Baroque, Classical, and Romantic Eras Flashcards

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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?

Strings (and woodwind + french horn) Signup and view all the answers

Comment on the use of instrumentation in Baroque music.

Often use continuo of cello and organ/harpsichord Signup and view all the answers

Comment on the size of classical orchestras.

Often bigger than Baroque orchestras Signup and view all the answers

When was the piano forte invented?

In the Classical era Signup and view all the answers

What did the Classical orchestras consist of?

Strings, more woodwind, more brass, timpani Signup and view all the answers

What did the Romantic orchestras consist of?

Strings, woodwind, brass, percussion (more percussion) Signup and view all the answers

What type of melodies were used in Baroque music?

Melodies based on motifs Signup and view all the answers

What type of melodies were used in Classical music?

Regular phrases with periodic phrasing Signup and view all the answers

What type of melodies were used in Romantic music?

Long extended phrases Signup and view all the answers

What dynamics were used in Baroque music?

Terraced dynamics Signup and view all the answers

What dynamics were used in Classical music?

Greater variation of dynamics with use of crescendo and diminuendo Signup and view all the answers

What dynamics were used in Romantic music?

Massive contrast in dynamics with quick changes Signup and view all the answers

What tonality was Baroque music?

Tonal with diatonic harmony, rarely modulates Signup and view all the answers

What tonality was Classical music?

Some modulation between tonalities and mostly diatonic Signup and view all the answers

What tonality was Romantic music?

Some chromaticism, unusual changes in key which are frequent Signup and view all the answers

Comment on the size of Romantic orchestras.

Very big 60-100 players Signup and view all the answers

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!