In regards to the end of the first movement, Michael Tilson Thomas says that he can't think of a more powerful and frighting moment in all music

Arts Mar 11, 2023

In regards to the end of the first movement, Michael Tilson Thomas says that he can't think of a more powerful and frighting moment in all music. Where you find yourself thinking, "How has it all come to this?" and "How can we go on?". One of the techniques that achieves this effect is a solo instrument creates a mood that seems fragile. What is that solo instrument?

a. Flute

b. Violin

c. Celesta

d. Piano

e. Oboe