In Reply to: Yes, yes, of course, of course. BUT... posted by SE on February 2, 2007 at 09:22:18:
teutonic rootsBruckner: Gothic German
Mahler: Jewish Folksimilar scale of conception and use of orchestral forces
A lot of musicians are required for each composers' symphonies, but that can be said of most composers of their era.
Bruckner calls for standard string, wind and brass parts, and just increases the number. Mahler on the other hand calls for lots of irregularly used instruments, has instruments played in usual ways, and uses a greatly expanded percussion section -- Bruckner never even used a bass drum. Bruckner is a lot closer to Brahms in this area.
heavy emphasis on brass fanfares
So did a lot of people.
dynamic contrast
Ditto.
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