Mozart and the musically interested people of his generation found JS Bach's music (as opposed to CPE Bach, a contemporary) to be "old fashioned." They thought it was good, and somewhat revered the work, but counterpoint was not quite so hip in 1780 as 1730. read more
Mozart and the musically interested people of his generation found JS Bach's music (as opposed to CPE Bach, a contemporary) to be "old fashioned." They thought it was good, and somewhat revered the work, but counterpoint was not quite so hip in 1780 as 1730. read more
During his youth and musical training in Bonn, Beethoven had extensive, intimate exposure to Mozart's music. He played Mozart piano concertos with the Bonn court orchestra and performed (playing viola) in Mozart's operas. read more