The UGLY Music of Arnold Schoenberg

Описание: 🎼 Is Arnold Schoenberg’s music ugly—or revolutionary genius? In this video, we explore the life, works, and radical theories of one of the most controversial composers of the 20th century. Schoenberg’s invention of Dodecaphony (12-tone music) shattered traditional harmony and redefined modern classical composition.

📖 What you'll learn:

Schoenberg’s early life in Vienna and rise through the Second Viennese School

His emotionally charged shift toward atonality after personal tragedy

Key works like Verklärte Nacht, Pierrot Lunaire, Gurre-Lieder, and Second String Quartet

His escape from Nazi Europe and final years composing in the U.S.

Late works including Violin Concerto, Piano Concerto, A Survivor from Warsaw, and Moses und Aron

His essays: “Twelve-Tone Composition” and “Composition with Twelve Tones”

A breakdown of String Quartet No. 3 and how only motives, rhythm, and tone rows hold his music together

The paradox of dissonance and discipline in Schoenberg’s system

Why Schoenberg rejected the label “atonal” and claimed his music wasn’t revolutionary

A critical reflection on Schoenberg’s own definitions—and whether his music can be described in positive terms

💬 We end with a personal take: Schoenberg’s rebellion isn’t just against convention—it’s against tonality itself. Whether you find his music grotesque or groundbreaking, this video will challenge your ears and your assumptions.

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