The Valpo Core Reader
 

Authors

Brad Natzke

Document Type

Division and Classification Essay

Publication Date

1991

Excerpt

We sit back comfortably in our chairs at the auditorium and patiently wait for the signal from the conductor. He pulls the trigger and the orchestra begins, slapping us in the face with the four opening notes of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. The orchestra continues playing, exhilarating us and soothing us with the changing moods of the flowing music. There are many people playing odd-looking instruments that sound very different. Magically, they find a common ground and blend with unbelievable energy. Yet, as those familiar with orchestral music will know, this odd assortment of instruments actually breaks down into four distinct sections: strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion.

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