When was the Classical period?
1700s - 1820
What changed between the Baroque and Classical period? (any 3 from list)
- the expansion of the orchestra
- introduction of pianos
- introductions of clarinets
- Dynamics became more varied: crescendos and diminuendos
What are 3 Classical composers?
Mozart, Haydn and Beethoven
What are the main 2 instruments in Classical music?
- strings
- pianos
What are 3 common textures in Classical music? (any from list)
- homophonic
- polyphonic
- broken chords
- block chords
What are 3 common melodic devices of Classical music? (any 3 from list)
- diatonic harmony
- even phrase length
- regular metre
- dissonance
- monothematic melodies
- ornamentation
What is a monothematic melody?
melodies that are evolved and developed from one musical idea
What are common structures in Classcial music? (any 3 from list)
- Concerto
- Symphony
- Sonatas
- Ternary (ABA)
- Rondo form (ABACA)
What is a concerto?
Composition for melody and accompaniment with 3 movements: fast, slow, fast
What is a Sonata?
A form with three contrasting movements: Exposition, development and recapitulation.
What is a Symphony?
composition for a full orchestra with four movements and at least one in sonata form
What is a cadenza?
A solo section in classical music where the soloist can show off
How to identify Baroque music (in an exam)? (pick 3 from list)
- Listen for a harpsichord
- Short musical phrases
- Limited orchestras
- terraced dynamics
How to identify Classical music (in an exam)?
- no harpsichord
- even phrases
- development of phrases
- varied dynamics
- changes in tempo
