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Unit 7 Art
Lesson 3 A Musical Genius
In 1770
Birth
Being famous for his skill on the piano.
Later
Beginning to lose his hearing.
Highlight
In 1827
Death
In his twenties
Producing some amazing pieces, including nine symphonies, five piano pieces, and an opera.
Timetable of Ludwig van Beethoven
General Information (Para. 1)
Composing of Symphony No.9 (Para. 2)
Ludwig van Beethoven
1. When and how was Symphony No.9
completed
2. What was Beethoven thinking when
he finished the Symphony No.9
While-reading
Read the text and check your answer.
1. What is Beethoven most famous for
a. His piano performance b. Conducting orchestras c. Composing music
2. Where was Beethoven born
a. In Germany b. In Canada c. In France
3. What big challenge did Beethoven face
a. He became deaf. b. He became blind. c. He was unable to walk.
4. How many pieces of music did Beethoven write
a. More than 100. b. More than 200 c. More than 300
In 1770
Birth
Being famous for his skill on the piano.
Later
Beginning to lose his hearing.
Highlight
In 1827
Death
In his twenties
Producing some amazing pieces, including nine symphonies, five piano pieces, and an opera.
Timetable of Ludwig van Beethoven
General Information (Para. 1)
While-reading
Ludwig van Beethoven was a German composer. He is regarded as one of the greatest composers in the history of music. In his twenties, he had been very famous for his skills on the piano, but then he began to lose his hearing. Beethoven thought about giving up, but in the end he continued to write music. Inspired by his struggles with deafness, the composer produced some amazing pieces, including nine symphonies, five piano pieces, and an opera! He proceeded with the composition until his death in 1827, writing more than 130 musical works, including his Symphony No.9 in D minor.
1. When and how was Symphony No. 9 completed What was Beethoven thinking when he finished the symphony
2. What was Beethoven thinking when he finished the symphony
Beethoven tried to imagine how people would respond when they heard it for the first time.
One day in February 1824, the famous German composer’s ninth symphony was finally completed.
Performance of Symphony No. 9 (Para 3 ~ 6)
Ludwig van Beethoven:
Before
During
After
The audience:
Read sentences related to people’s reactions and use some adjectives to describe them.
Beethoven was afraid that the performance would be a disaster (line 22 )
For more than an hour, Beethoven jumped about in front of the orchestra, waving his arms wildly in the air, and madly turning the pages of his score. (line 28~30 )
But Beethoven continued conducting, his head buried in the score. It was not until Caroline Unger, one of the singers, took his arm and turned him to face the audience that the great man realised his symphony was a success. (line 34~37 )
Later, Caroline remembered that Beethoven was the not the only one who got a surprise. (line 39)
Beethoven’s reaction to the performance
afraid, nervous
excited , focused, passionate, confused, unbelievable
surprised
Answer the questions based on your notes. Read the story again if needed.
1. When and how was Symphony No. 9 completed What was Beethoven thinking when he finished the symphony
2. How do you think Beethoven felt while he was conducting the orchestra Find evidence from the text.
Personally, Beethoven was very excited when conducting the ninth symphony.
One day in February 1824, the famous German composer's ninth symphony was finally completed, Beethoven tried to imagine how people would respond when they heard it for the first time.
Pair Work. Choose one of the following topics to introduce to your partner.
Beethoven as a musician
The performance of Symphony No. 9
Post-reading
Pair Work. Which part of the story about Beethoven impressed you most Why
When Beethoven began to lose his hearing, he didn't give up writing music. This part impressed me most, because Beethoven delivered so much energy to me when facing difficulties.
Find some pieces of Beethoven's music online. Discuss how you feel when listening to his music.
How does the music make you feel
What does it remind you of
Do you like it or not Support your answer.
Try to figure out the answers of the following questions when listening to music.
Audience’s reaction to the performance
The audience did not hesitate to applaud loudly as the famous composer walked out onto the stage for the first time in 12 years.
As the final, joyous note signalled the end of the symphony, the audience jumped to their feet, clapping and waving their hats.
The audience was shocked as well.
respectful, excited
excited, impressed
Think and Share
What makes Ludwig van Beethoven a musical genius
Group Work
Suppose you are a reporter, and you’ve got an opportunity to interview Ludwig van Beethoven, what questions do you want to know from him
EXPRESS YOURSELF
Pair Work
Which part of the story about Beethoven impressed you most Why
EXPRESS YOURSELF
Find some pieces of Beethoven's music online. Discuss how you feel when listening to his music.
Homework
Find some pieces of Beethoven’s music and his life story online. Discuss how you feel when listening to music.
Preview focus on language : word building.

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