THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING THE WORKS OF LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN IN THE HISTORY OF FOREIGN MUSIC TO NINTH- GRADE STUDENTS OF A SPECIALIZED ART SCHOOL

Abstract

This article examines the theoretical foundations of teaching the works of Ludwig van Beethoven in the course on the history of foreign music to ninth-grade students of a specialized art school. Studying Beethoven’s compositions plays an important role in developing students’ musical thinking, analytical abilities, and aesthetic taste. The article discusses the composer’s life and creative periods, his innovations in the genres of the symphony, sonata, and quartet, and methods of integrating listening, analysis, and performance. Furthermore, based on the principles of historicism, visual presentation, and problem-based learning, the article outlines ways of fostering respect for universal human values in students.