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brahmsian-wagnerian synthesis, atonality development, expressionist visual style, second viennese school, personal artistic identity

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“I personally believe in l’art pour l’art. In the creation of a work of art, nothing should interfere with the real idea. A work of art must elaborate on its own idea and follow the conditions which this idea establishes. This does not mean that an artist must have principles which he obeys and which he carries out under all circumstances. Such principles would probably be, in general, external and their application would certainly deprive a work of art from its natural conditions. There is perhaps only one principle which every artist should obey, that is: never to bow to the taste of the mediocre, to the taste of minor people who prefer that what an artist never would do.” (Arnold Schönberg, Round-Table on Modern Art, 1949)

Biographie de l'artiste

Early Life and Musical Beginnings

Arnold Schoenberg, Austrian-American composer who created new methods of musical composition involving atonality, namely serialism and the twelve-tone row. He was also one of the most influential teachers of the 20th century; among his most significant pupils were Alban Berg and Anton Webern. He was born on September 13, 1874, in Vienna, Austria. His early life was marked by a humble beginning, with his father being a shoe-shopkeeper. Despite this, Schoenberg’s innate passion for music led him to largely self-educate himself in the field. Schoenberg's early works showcased a Brahmsian–Wagnerian synthesis. As he progressed, he became the central figure of the second Viennese School, alongside Anton Webern and Alban Berg. His compositions, including String Quartet No. 2 (1907–1908), Erwartung (1909), and Pierrot Lunaire (1912), exemplified his innovative approach to atonality.

Notable Works

Schoenberg’s oeuvre is remarkably diverse, encompassing orchestral music, chamber ensembles, vocal works, piano pieces, and film scores. However, he is undeniably best known for his groundbreaking explorations of atonality and serialism—methods that fundamentally reshaped the landscape of musical composition. Among his most celebrated achievements are: Suite No. 2 (1930), which showcases a masterful blend of tonal and dissonant elements; Music Typewriter (1928), an experimental piece utilizing a typewriter as a musical instrument; String Quartet No. 2 (1907–1908), considered a cornerstone of Viennese Expressionism; Erwartung (1909), a dramatic opera exploring themes of anxiety and anticipation; Pierrot Lunaire (1912), a song cycle that utilizes Sprechstimme—a vocal technique combining speech and singing—to convey profound emotional depth. Furthermore, Schoenberg’s film music includes scores for films such as “The Seven Deadly Sins” and “Moses and Aaron,” demonstrating his versatility as a composer across various genres.

Influence and Legacy

Schoenberg's musical innovations exerted an indelible influence on subsequent generations of composers. His pioneering use of serialism—a compositional technique based on mathematical sequences—established a new paradigm for tonal music, prompting composers like Alban Berg and Anton Webern to develop their own distinctive styles rooted in Schoenberg’s principles. Beyond the realm of composition, Schoenberg's aesthetic and music-historical views profoundly impacted musicologists Theodor W. Adorno and Carl Dahlhaus, shaping debates about musical interpretation and artistic expression. His uncompromising stance against prevailing musical conventions solidified his reputation as a visionary artist who challenged accepted norms and paved the way for radical experimentation in music.

Later Life and Recognition

Following the rise of Nazism in Germany, Schoenberg reluctantly abandoned Austria and emigrated to the United States in 1933, where he taught at Yale University until 1944. During World War II, he continued his musical pursuits while grappling with the horrors of the Holocaust—a profound experience that inspired him to create Survivor from Warsaw (1947), a poignant memorial to victims of Nazi persecution. In 1951, Schoenberg received honorary citizenship in Vienna and was elected president of the Israel Conservatory and Academy of Music, cementing his enduring legacy as one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century music history.

Arnold Schoenberg

1874 - 1951 , Autriche

En bref

Artistic Movement Or Style: Technique à douze tons; Expressionnisme
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist:
- Anton Webern
- Alban Berg
Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- Johannes Brahms
- Richard Wagner
Date Of Birth: Septembre 13, 1874
Full Name: Arnold Schoenberg
Nationality: Autrichien-Américain
Notable Artworks:
- Suite, op. 29
- Music Typewriter
- Staffliner
Place Of Birth: Vienne, Autriche

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