Mahler Symphony No. 1, Part 1

Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast

Joshua Weilerstein

Clarinet, Timpani, Performing, Trombone, Cello, Trumpet, Bassoon, Classicalmusic, Performing Arts, Arts, Violin, Flute, Piano, Conductor, Music, Weilerstein

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🗓️ 2 December 2021

⏱️ 47 minutes

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Summary

No one makes a grand statement quite like Gustav Mahler, and his first symphony, nearly an hour long, was one of the boldest statements ever made by a young composer. Today I’ll take a look at the history behind the early inspirations behind the piece, Mahler’s turbulent life, and the first two movements of the symphony. As the great Bernard Haitink said, Mahler had a talent for suffering, but this symphony is often full of a naivete and joy missing from Mahler's later works. Join us to find out more!

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1:02.8	Hello and welcome to Sticky Notes, a classical music podcast. My name is
1:12.6	Joshua Weinstein I'm a conductor and I'm the music director of the Phoenix
1:16.0	Orchestra of Boston. This podcast is for anyone who loves classical music works
1:20.2	in the field or is just getting ready to dive into this amazing world of
1:23.5	incredible music. Before we get started I want to thank my new Patreon
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