Notable composer and novelist E. T. A. Hoffmann described Symphony No. 5 by saying:
"Radiant beams shoot through the deep night of this region, and we become aware of gigantic shadows which, rocking back and forth, close in on us and destroy all within us except the pain of endless longing --- a longing in which every pleasure that rose up amid jubilant tones sinks and succumbs. Only through this pain, which, while consuming but not destroying love, hope, and joy, tries to burst our breasts with a full- voiced general cry from all the passions, do we live on and are captivated beholders of the spirits".
How would you describe Beethoven's Fifth Symphony? I am looking for quotes from YOU to include in our program notes for the upcoming concert!!! Please respond in the comment section ASAP!!!!
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Hmmm... how would I describe Bethoven's 5th Symphony... A struggle takes place between the good and evil in someone. After much toil, the good intentions nearly claim victory, only to be torn down by the temptations of evil. It seems that good finally triumphs, as it should. How's that? :D
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