How to Write a Symphony - Part 3 - The Standard Form 

Omg thank you very much i just made 10000 dollars performing my symphony

I think one of the great things about the symphonic (Sonata-Allegro) form is that it is one of the best musical forms that highlights musical tension and relaxation - catharsis; not only in the entire symphony but also in each movement. I think Brahms was a true master at this.

Thanks, Bret. What would be some of your favorite examples, besides the two mentioned in this video, of symphonies following the standard form?

Have you acquired any new instruments since your last "all my horns" video?

I think Beethoven 2 is also a scherzo instead of a minuet? And Beethoven 1 is labelled Menuetto but is too fast to be one.