Classical Music Class: Composer Gustav Mahler

Gustav Mahler defined one of the most important periods in the history of music — the Romantic period — and influenced generations of composers to come. In this course, you will get well acquainted with some of the greatest masterworks composed in the history of Classical music.

This course explores the unique style and aesthetics of Gustav Mahler, and what makes him one of the most loved, appreciated and well-known composers of the Romantic era. Through deep analysis of some of Gustav Mahler’s greatest works, we will explore his contribution to the development and evolution of music elements that construct a Classical composition work, such as texture, melody, form, harmony, key/scale, orchestration, instrumentation, word painting, the Lieder and more.

We will closely examine some of Gustav Mahler’s more important works, and discover the daring and experimental mind behind some of the most powerful music ever written. Following these discussions, you will have a better understanding of the various influences on Gustav Mahler’s music, and the inspirational life events and individuals whom led him to pore his heart into music.

By the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of what makes Gustav Mahler one of the most important composers of the Romantic period, one of the stronger influences on generations of composers to come, his significant contribution to the development of musical elements and aesthetics that helped define music of the 19th Century, and Mahler’s invaluable legacy to Classical music.

Who this course is for:

• Music lovers, beginners, intermediates, and musicians who would like to deepen their understanding of Mahler’s music; his aesthetics and personal musical signature.
• While the ability to read music can deepen your experience, it is absolutely not necessary. Beginners and intermediates are able to follow and enjoy the class equally. Music readers and musicians may be extra challenged using music scores.
• This class is for you if would like to deepen your knowledge on the following: broaden your listening repertoire and familiarize yourself with some of the most beautiful ‘hidden’ jewels of Classical music, better understand the aesthetics of music from the Romantic period, deepen your understanding of basic elements in music such as melody, harmony, texture, form, rhythm, orchestration, word painting and more.