Mozart 's Requiem At The Seattle Symphony

It is evident that most composers have made an attempt to stand against the test of time. Alas, most have failed to accomplish feat and their works have faded in the wind. However, there are those who stood against time and won. One famous composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart has accomplished this feat and his works are still remembered in today’s ominous society. One of his most famous work’s, Requiem, is still honored and heard throughout the entire world. Despite having partially completing it, Requiem is heavily influenced by Mozart’s musical style and can be compared to most of his famous works (Service). Although Requiem can be played in many different keys, I chose to listen to it in D minor, thus, attaining a darker, melancholic tone, which

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On Sunday, November 13 in the afternoon I attended a concert in the mansion. The piece that was performed was Sonata in G major for violin and piano. The composer of this piece was Mozart. Mozart who learned how to play the piano at a very young age and he also composed music too. Mozart was what people would call a music prodigy.  His father, Leopold, recognize his son’s talents and went on a tour of Northern Europe to show what he could perform. He traveled around Europe playing for kings, and popes earning money at the events he performed at. His most important piece was Requiem. It was thought to be about his death. He passed away before he could finish the piece. His student finished it using notes he had written down has ideas for the piece.