What scene is depicted in The Moldau?

The Moldau (Vltava) is the second poem of the symphonic cycle Má vlast ("My Homeland") composed by Bedřich Smetana. It represents the course of the Vltava River in the Czech Republic, from its source in the Bohemian Forest to its confluence with the Elbe in Mělník.

The scene depicted in The Moldau are as follows:

* The headwaters: The piece begins with a quiet and gentle theme representing the headwaters of the Vltava River as they flow through the Bohemian Forest.

* The journey: The music then becomes more lively and exciting as the river flows through the Bohemian landscape, passing by various towns and villages.

* The rapids: The music reaches a climax as the river encounters a series of rapids, representing the challenges and obstacles that the Czech people have faced throughout their history.

* The confluence: The piece ends with a majestic theme representing the Vltava River as it flows into the Elbe River, symbolising the strength and unity of the Czech people.