Joseph Haydn and Classical Music Context

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Who was Joseph Haydn content to spend most of his life serving?

a wealthy aristocratic family

Haydn's contract of employment shows that he was considered what?

a skilled servant

Social mobility during the classical period was an important factor in the rise of which class?

the middle class

Vienna in 1800 was the:

The seat of the Holy Roman Empire Signup and view all the answers

In Vienna, Haydn and Mozart became what?

close friends Signup and view all the answers

In the classical period, serious composition was flavored by what types of music?

folk and popular music Signup and view all the answers

Haydn and Mozart wrote many outdoor entertainment pieces, which they called what?

divertimentos Signup and view all the answers

Sonata form should be viewed as what?

a set of principles that serve to shape and unify contrasts of theme and key Signup and view all the answers

Sonata form is used frequently as the form for the ___ movement of a multimovement piece.

first Signup and view all the answers

Theme-and-variations form may be schematically outlined as ____.

AA'A''A'''A'''' Signup and view all the answers

The minuet is generally the ____ movement of a classical symphony.

third Signup and view all the answers

The minuet as a whole may be outlined as ____.

ABA Signup and view all the answers

The minuet first appeared around 1650 as a ____ at the court of Louis XIV of France.

dance Signup and view all the answers

The scherzo differs from the minuet in that it does what?

moves more quickly Signup and view all the answers

Because of its character, the rondo most often serves as a what?

finale Signup and view all the answers

A common rondo pattern is what?

ABACA Signup and view all the answers

The rondo was used as late as which century?

the twentieth century Signup and view all the answers

Symphony may be defined as what?

musical composition for orchestra, usually in four movements, sonata for orchestra, extended, ambitious composition exploiting the expanded range of tone color and dynamics of the classical orchestra Signup and view all the answers

The usual order of movements in a classical symphony is what?

fast, slow, dance-related, fast Signup and view all the answers

The first movement of a classical symphony is almost always fast and in ___ form.

sonata Signup and view all the answers

A classical concerto is a three-movement work for what?

instrumental soloist and orchestra Signup and view all the answers

An unaccompanied showpiece for the concerto's soloist is known as a what?

cadenza Signup and view all the answers

The symphonic movement usually lacking in the concerto is the what?

minuet or scherzo Signup and view all the answers

Classical chamber music is designed for what?

the intimate setting of a small room Signup and view all the answers

The classical string quartet is a musical composition for which instruments?

two violins, viola, and cello Signup and view all the answers

The most important form of classical chamber music is what?

string quartet Signup and view all the answers

The piano trio is a musical composition for which instruments?

violin, cello, and piano Signup and view all the answers

The usual order of movements in a classical string quartet is what?

fast, slow, minuet or scherzo, fast Signup and view all the answers

A major factor that distinguishes chamber music from the symphony or concerto is that chamber music is performed by how many players per part?

one Signup and view all the answers

Along with his symphonies, Haydn's ____ are considered his most important works.

string quartets Signup and view all the answers

Haydn's duties while in the service of the Esterhazys included what?

composing all the music requested by his patron, conducting the orchestra of about twenty-five players, coaching the singers for operatic performances Signup and view all the answers

By the age of six, Mozart could do what?

play the harpsichord and violin, read music perfectly at sight, improvise fugues and write minuets Signup and view all the answers

Don Giovanni, in Mozart's opera of that name, is what?

the legendary Spanish lover Signup and view all the answers

Mozart's Requiem was finished by whom?

one of his pupils Signup and view all the answers

Between the ages of six and fifteen, Mozart was known for doing what?

being continually on tour in England and Europe Signup and view all the answers

Mozart was born in which city?

Salzburg, Austria Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not one of Mozart's three masterpieces of Italian opera?

Orfeo Signup and view all the answers

Sonata form consists of how many main sections?

three Signup and view all the answers

Haydn was a prolific composer as demonstrated in part by his 104 and 68 .

symphonies/string quartets Signup and view all the answers

Mozart's finest German opera was which one?

The Magic Flute Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Joseph Haydn

Spent most of his life serving a wealthy aristocratic family, indicating a stable employment situation.
His contract revealed he was considered a skilled servant within the aristocratic framework of the time.
Significant contributions include 104 symphonies and 68 string quartets, showcasing his prolific output.

Social mobility played a crucial role in the rise of the middle class during the classical period.
Vienna, by 1800, was the fourth-largest city in Europe, serving as the seat of the Holy Roman Empire with nearly 250,000 residents.
Haydn and Mozart developed a close friendship in Vienna, highlighting interaction among composers.

Musical Composition

Serious compositions included influences from folk and popular music, creating diverse musical textures.
Common forms include:
- Sonata Form: Functions as a principle for organizing contrasting themes and keys, often used in the first movement of a multi-movement piece.
- Theme-and-Variations Form: Structured as AA'A''A'''A''''.
- Minuet: Typically the third movement in classical symphonies, outlined as ABA, originating as a dance at Louis XIV's court.
- Scherzo: A faster-paced alternative to the minuet.
- Rondo: Commonly serves as the finale, with typical patterns like ABACA, and continued use into the twentieth century.

Symphony and Concerto

Symphony defined as a composed orchestral work, generally in four movements, showcasing the classical orchestra's dynamic range.
Standard movement order for a classical symphony: fast, slow, dance-related, fast.
First movement is almost always fast and in sonata form.
A classical concerto, featuring a soloist with orchestra, consists of three movements and lacks the minuet or scherzo movement.

Chamber Music

Classical chamber music is designed for small room settings with one player per part, distinguishing it from larger symphony performances.
The classical string quartet features two violins, viola, and cello as its standard instrumentation and is deemed the most important form in chamber music.
A piano trio comprises violin, cello, and piano.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

From an early age, Mozart exhibited exceptional musical talent, capable of playing multiple instruments, reading music, and composing.
Notable works include the opera "Don Giovanni," which features the character of the legendary Spanish lover and is recognized among his masterly Italian operas.
"The Magic Flute" stands as Mozart's finest German opera.
His Requiem, a significant choral work, was completed by one of his pupils after his death.
Mozart's childhood was marked by extensive touring across England and Europe, showcasing his talents.

Summary of Musical Forms

Sonata form is composed of exposition, development, and recapitulation.
The usual order of movements in a classical string quartet is fast, slow, minuet/scherzo, fast.

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Explore the life and contributions of Joseph Haydn, a pivotal figure in classical music. This quiz delves into his relationship with the aristocracy, his prolific output of symphonies and quartets, and the social context of Vienna during his time. Additionally, it examines the influence of social mobility on the classical period and the significance of musical forms like sonata form.