(
课件网) Who is Beethoven What is he most famous for What do you know about him and his music Who is Beethoven What is he most famous for What do you know about him and his music Beethoven is a great classical musician. He is most famous for his Symphony No. 9. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) 贝多芬 German composer and pianist, the most outstanding figure in the transition between Classical and Romantic periods ， one of the most famous classical music composers of all times. Read the article and fill in the following mind map about its outline. Beethoven: a remarkable life Para. 1 The first-ever performance of _____ Para. 2 Beethoven’s life journey _____ Para. 3 Beethoven’s attitudes in the face of _____ Para. 4 _____ Para. 5 Beethoven’s _____ Symphony No. 9 the loss of hearing Introduction to Symphony No. 9 reputation and achievements Structure before his late twenties What was the audience reaction to Symphony No.9 They broke into enthusiastic cheers at the end of the symphony. Before him, he saw a sea of people all standing, clapping, and waving their hats and handkerchiefs to express their appreciation of his masterwork. para.1 How did Beethoven realize his success He was unaware of the audience response until one of the singers turned him around to face the crowd. intensive reading Para. 2 Complete the following flow chart about Beethoven’s life journey. being appreciated for his piano performances studying music day and night enjoying a reputation as a wonderful young musician suffering the worst possible twist: gradual loss of hearing As a gifted child Not long after As a teenager In late twenties What's the purpose of mentioning Mozart's comments on Beethoven To express his appreciation to Beethoven To reveal Beethoven's extraordinary talent Para. 3 1.What happened to Beethoven How did he finally overcome the problem He suffered from the loss of hearing. He used a pencil to connect the piano with himself, thus feeling the note. 2.What was his change in mood Depressed-upset-unacceptable-hopeful-determined-delighted... Para. 4 About the first movement The first movement starts quietly, but _____ the whole orchestra breaks into an _____ theme. You can soon feel the _____ coursing through the music. About the second and third movements They are full of _____ and _____, reflecting his _____ and _____. The music moves through technically difficult sections _____, showing his genius as a composer. About the fourth movement All the different variations are connected into a final _____. Enjoy the music and appreciate the feelings suddenly energetic determination desperate lows uplifting highs suffering strong will with ease joyful chorus Para 5 : What do you think of Beethoven and his Symphony No. 9 Para 5 : What do you think of Beethoven and his Symphony No. 9 Beethoven is one of the most remarkable musicians who ever lived and his Symphony No. 9 was the grand finale to his life which ... ...
