Classical Music Chapter 12 Flashcards

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What was the main function of the brass section in a Classical orchestra?

support the main harmonies

What are the two descriptions applicable to most Classical music?

full of 'natural' simplicity and pleasing variety

What is a general typical of the Rococo style?

divertimento

What is the predominant texture of Classical music?

homophony Signup and view all the answers

Compared to Baroque composers, Classical composers employed a delicate and unobtrusive sort of polyphony in their music.

True Signup and view all the answers

The Classical style emerged in the ____________ century.

mid-eighteenth Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the new sociology and economy of music in the mid-eighteenth century?

regular public concerts with subscription ticket sales Signup and view all the answers

In the Classical orchestra, how were the woodwind and brass instruments characterized?

had clearly defined roles Signup and view all the answers

What did Rousseau desire in terms of music in opera?

simple characters singing 'natural' music Signup and view all the answers

What was the eighteenth-century salon?

a gathering in a home Signup and view all the answers

What new literary genre of the eighteenth century can be compared to opera buffa?

novel Signup and view all the answers

Opera buffa refers to __________ opera.

Italian comic Signup and view all the answers

What did the rise of public concerts in the eighteenth century boost the composition of?

orchestral music Signup and view all the answers

Which new institution supported the development of orchestral music in the eighteenth century?

the concert hall Signup and view all the answers

Dynamics and gradual dynamic changes in the Classical era were specifically notated by composers.

True Signup and view all the answers

Where was Europe's first concert hall located?

Oxford, England Signup and view all the answers

How are Classical themes 'closed off'?

with multiple cadences Signup and view all the answers

In a movement of Classical music, the _____ will stay the same and the _ will be varied.

meter and tempo; rhythms Signup and view all the answers

Where did the classical style principally develop?

Vienna Signup and view all the answers

In the Classical era, counterpoint was used to create _ and was often found in _ sections.

tension; development Signup and view all the answers

What was music during the Enlightenment meant to do?

please and entertain Signup and view all the answers

Which ruler in the Classical era was known for his generous encouragement of music?

emperor Joseph II Signup and view all the answers

The woodwind section of a Classical orchestra consisted of?

two of each flute, oboe, bassoon, and optional clarinets Signup and view all the answers

What did the percussion section of a Classical orchestra include?

two timpani Signup and view all the answers

Composers of Classical music worked extensively with all musical elements to add variety and flexibility.

True Signup and view all the answers

The Classical use of dynamics was reflected in the popularity of the new instrument, the _____ in the Classical era.

piano Signup and view all the answers

What is the light, decorative, frivolous style of art and music that developed during the mid-eighteenth century called?

Rococo Signup and view all the answers

In his writings, what did Rousseau attack?

operative style of the Baroque era Signup and view all the answers

Which is not one of the standard Classical forms?

True Signup and view all the answers

What did the eighteenth-century public concert include principally?

symphonies and concertos Signup and view all the answers

Who was Rousseau in the context of the Classical era?

Europe's first 'alienated intellectual' Signup and view all the answers

Which were sometimes included in Classical symphonies?

popular tunes Signup and view all the answers

What was the most progressive style of opera in the latter part of the eighteenth century?

opera buffa Signup and view all the answers

How might a Classical composer help listeners become familiar with a theme in a composition?

by repeating it right away Signup and view all the answers

What was the main function of the brass section in a Classical orchestra?

support the main harmonies Signup and view all the answers

What is the predominant texture of Classical music?

homophony Signup and view all the answers

What was the most versatile medium for Classical composers?

orchestra Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Classical practice of using standard form?

music became more predictable for the listener Signup and view all the answers

What compositional practice by composers disappeared during the Classical era?

using the continuo to suggest the harmony Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Brass Section Function

The brass section's primary role in a Classical orchestra is to support the main harmonies.

Characteristics of Classical Music

Most Classical music is characterized by "natural" simplicity and pleasing variety.
The predominant texture is homophony, differing from the polyphony of earlier eras.

Rococo Style

A notable feature of the Rococo style is the divertimento, emphasizing lightness and charm.

Evolution of Classical Music

The Classical style emerged in the mid-eighteenth century, shaped by new sociocultural dynamics.
Regular public concerts with subscription ticket sales became common during this time.

Instrument Roles in the Orchestra

Woodwind and brass instruments in the Classical orchestra have clearly defined roles, enhancing orchestral coherence.
The woodwind section typically includes two each of the flute, oboe, bassoon, and optional clarinets.
The percussion section primarily consists of two timpani.

Cultural Changes

The eighteenth-century salon served as a social hub for artistic and musical gatherings.
Rousseau advocated for simple characters expressing "natural" music within operatic forms.

Rise of Public Concerts

The emergence of public concerts in the eighteenth century dramatically increased the demand for orchestral music.
The concert hall became a critical venue for musical performances, with Oxford housing the first in Europe.

Dynamics and Composition

Composers in the Classical era notated dynamics and gradual changes explicitly, leading to more nuanced performances.
Classical themes often concluded with multiple cadences, providing a sense of closure.

Development of Themes

In a Classical movement, the meter and tempo remain constant while rhythms are varied, allowing for dynamic expression.
Repetition was a common tactic employed by composers to help listeners familiarize themselves with themes.

Main Influences and Figures

Emperor Joseph II was notable for his generous patronage of music during the Classical era.
Rousseau is recognized as Europe's first "alienated intellectual," critiquing the Baroque operatic style and influencing the rise of opera buffa.

Instrumentation Evolution

The Classical era saw the piano gain popularity due to its dynamic capabilities, paralleling the era's approach to composition and performance.
Popular tunes were sometimes incorporated into Classical symphonies, reflecting a blend of traditional and contemporary styles.

Disappearing Practices

The use of continuo to suggest harmony fell out of favor during the Classical period, marking a significant shift in compositional practices.

Overall Traits of Classical Music

Composers actively worked with all musical elements to enhance variety and flexibility, leading to more predictable yet engaging music for listeners.

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Classical Music Chapter 12 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What was the main function of the brass section in a Classical orchestra?

What are the two descriptions applicable to most Classical music?

What is a general typical of the Rococo style?

What is the predominant texture of Classical music?

Compared to Baroque composers, Classical composers employed a delicate and unobtrusive sort of polyphony in their music.

The Classical style emerged in the ____________ century.

What was the result of the new sociology and economy of music in the mid-eighteenth century?

In the Classical orchestra, how were the woodwind and brass instruments characterized?

What did Rousseau desire in terms of music in opera?

What was the eighteenth-century salon?

What new literary genre of the eighteenth century can be compared to opera buffa?

Opera buffa refers to __________ opera.

What did the rise of public concerts in the eighteenth century boost the composition of?

Which new institution supported the development of orchestral music in the eighteenth century?

Dynamics and gradual dynamic changes in the Classical era were specifically notated by composers.

Where was Europe's first concert hall located?

How are Classical themes 'closed off'?

In a movement of Classical music, the _________ will stay the same and the _____ will be varied.

Where did the classical style principally develop?

In the Classical era, counterpoint was used to create _______ and was often found in _______ sections.

What was music during the Enlightenment meant to do?

Which ruler in the Classical era was known for his generous encouragement of music?

The woodwind section of a Classical orchestra consisted of?

What did the percussion section of a Classical orchestra include?

Composers of Classical music worked extensively with all musical elements to add variety and flexibility.

The Classical use of dynamics was reflected in the popularity of the new instrument, the _____ in the Classical era.

What is the light, decorative, frivolous style of art and music that developed during the mid-eighteenth century called?

In his writings, what did Rousseau attack?

Which is not one of the standard Classical forms?

What did the eighteenth-century public concert include principally?

Who was Rousseau in the context of the Classical era?

Which were sometimes included in Classical symphonies?

What was the most progressive style of opera in the latter part of the eighteenth century?

How might a Classical composer help listeners become familiar with a theme in a composition?

What was the main function of the brass section in a Classical orchestra?

What is the predominant texture of Classical music?

What was the most versatile medium for Classical composers?

What was the result of the Classical practice of using standard form?

What compositional practice by composers disappeared during the Classical era?

Study Notes

Brass Section Function

Characteristics of Classical Music

Rococo Style

Evolution of Classical Music

Instrument Roles in the Orchestra

Cultural Changes

Rise of Public Concerts

Dynamics and Composition

Development of Themes

Main Influences and Figures

Instrumentation Evolution

Disappearing Practices

Overall Traits of Classical Music

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