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When was the Baroque era?
1600-1750
When was the Classical era?
1750-1810
When was the Romantic era?
1810-1900
What did Baroque orchestras consist of?
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When was the piano forte invented?
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What did the Classical orchestras consist of?
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What type of melodies were used in Baroque music?
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What type of melodies were used in Classical music?
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What dynamics were used in Baroque music?
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What tonality was Baroque music?
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Study Notes
Baroque Era
- Spanned from 1600 to 1750.
- Orchestras primarily consisted of strings, with woodwinds and French horns.
- Instrumentation often included a continuo of cello and organ or harpsichord.
- Melodies featured motifs as their foundation.
- Dynamics were characterized by terraced dynamics, creating distinct volume levels.
- Tonality was generally tonal with diatonic harmony and infrequent modulations.
Classical Era
- Took place from 1750 to 1810.
- Orchestras were larger than those in the Baroque period, with more woodwinds and brass, along with timpani.
- Marked the invention of the pianoforte.
- Melodies characterized by regular phrases and periodic phrasing.
- Dynamic range increased, featuring greater variation with crescendos and diminuendos.
- Tonality presented some modulation between tonalities while still primarily diatonic.
Romantic Era
- Occurred from 1810 to 1900.
- Orchestras expanded significantly, comprising 60 to 100 players.
- Instrumentation included strings, woodwinds, brass, and a greater emphasis on percussion.
- Melodies extended into long phrases, offering more dramatic expression.
- Featured massive dynamic contrasts with rapid changes in volume.
- Embraced some chromaticism and frequent unusual key changes in harmony.
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Test your knowledge about the essential differences among the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic musical eras. This quiz covers important dates, characteristics, and orchestra compositions associated with each period. Perfect for music students and enthusiasts alike!
