(共31张PPT)
Unit 2 The universal language
Extended reading (1)
Lead-in
Do you know the name of this song
Who wrote this song
It’s Ode to Joy (欢乐颂) from Symphony No.9(第九交响曲), the fourth movement(乐章).
It was composed by Beethoven,
a classical musician from German.
Share what you know about Beethoven!
Lead-in
born in Germany
every orchestra (管弦乐队) plays his works
composer & pianist
music genius
suffer from loss of hearing
Lead-in
Key words about Beethoven
Extended reading -- P 25
Beethoven:
a remarkable life
Prediction
What aspects will the article talk about
Structure & main idea
Part 1 (Para1)
The first-ever performance of ______________
Part 2 (Para 2-3)
Beethoven's ___________before his late twenties and
his attitudes in the face of _________
Part 3 (Para 4)
___________________ to Symphony No.9
Part 4 (Para 5)
Beethoven's reputation and __________________
Symphony No.9
life journey
the loss of hearing
Introduction
achievements
Highlight
Life and work
Fast reading
Flashback 闪回(倒叙)
Can you find the transitional sentence
Writing technique
P 26
It serves as a link between the preceding scene of the first-ever performance of Symphony No. 9 and Beethoven’s life journey that is described in the following paragraphs.
What's its function
Draw a timeline to show the early life journey of Beethoven.
Para. 2
Detailed reading
As a gifted child
Not long after
As a teenager
In his late twenties
Being pushed to study music day and night
Being appreciated for his piano performance
Enjoying a reputation as a wonderful young musician
Suffering the worst twist: gradual loss of hearing
What's the purpose of mentioning Mozart’s predications on Beethoven
To express his appreciation to Beethoven
To reveal Beethoven's extraordinary talent
1. What was the biggest problem Beethoven faced in his life
2. How did he feel
3. How did he try to overcome this problem
Para. 3
1. The loss of hearing -- the biggest problem Beethoven faced in his life.
Para. 3
In a letter to his brother, he wrote like this:
“...How could I possibly admit a weakness in the one sense which should be more perfect in me than in others, a sense which I once possessed in the greatest perfection...”
2. What was his attitude towards the problem
At first, he wanted to keep it a secret.
Even in his darkest moments, however, he never abandoned hope.
He was determined to live a life full of music.
3. To overcome the problem, he used a variety of hearing aids.
When composing music at the piano, he would put one end of a pencil in his mouth and place the other end against the instrument. In this way, he could feel the notes.
What was his change in mood
depressed
upset
unacceptable
hopeful
determined
delighted...
Further thinking
What personality did Beethoven show during his struggle against the fate
diligence
optimism
persistence
dedication
fearlessness
...
Further thinking
t_____
c________
d_________
p________
alent
reativity
etermination
assion
我要扼住命运的喉咙,它将无法使我完全屈服。——路德维希·凡·贝多芬
Symphony No.9 is the very reflection of Beethoven’s life.
About the first movement
The first movement starts quietly, but ______________ the whole orchestra breaks into an __________ theme.
You can soon feel the ____________ coursing through the music.
About the second and third movements
They are full of ____________ and ____________, reflecting his _________ and ________________.
The music moves through technically difficult sections _________, showing his genius as a composer.
About the fourth movement
All the different variations are connected into a final _________________.
Enjoy the music and appreciate the feelings
suddenly
energetic
determination
desperate lows
uplifting highs
suffering
strong will
with ease
joyful chorus
Para. 4
Beethoven Symphony No. 9 in D minor, 'Choral'
Symphony No.9 → →
a great finale to Beethoven’s life
Para. 5
Para. 1
1. Were the audience looking forward to hearing Symphony No.9 of Beethoven
... a crowd of music lovers streamed into a theater ...
2. What was their reaction to the music
... broke into enthusiastic cheers ...
a sea of people all standing, clapping and waving their hats and handkerchiefs to express their appreciation of his masterwork.
Post-reading
Why did the author describe the highlight(高光时刻) of Beethoven in Para 1
To arouse interest
To create twists
To avoid stereotype
What do you think of Beethoven and his Symphony No.9
Beethoven is one of the most remarkable musicians who ever lived and his Symphony No.9 was the grand finale to his life, which has become one of the most famous and treasured pieces in the history of classical music.
On 7 May 1824, a crowd of music lovers streamed into a theatre in Vienna to hear ... Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 (Para. 1)
Symphony No. 9 was Beethoven’s last major piece of music in ... (Para. 2)
When Beethoven presented Symphony No. 9 in Vienna in 1824, it was his first time ... (Para. 3)
Since that day, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 has become one of the most famous and treasured pieces ... (Para. 4)
As Beethoven’s last great work, his Symphony No. 9 was also a grand finale to his life ... (Para. 5)
Symphony No. 9
What is the function of Symphony No.9 in this article
string
Critical thinking
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Symphony No. 9 -- a “string” of the whole passage to connect each part coherently(连贯地)
●Symphony No.9 is regarded as Beethoven’s greatest work. “Ode to Joy” is sung during the final movement of the symphony. Beethoven is the musician who lost hearing but brought joy to the world.
●The desperate lows and uplifting highs of the symphony perfectly indicate twists and turns of the musician’s life.