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The classical style emerged in the __________ century.
The classical style emerged in the __________ century.
mid eighteenth
The classical style developed principally in?
The classical style developed principally in?
Vienna
The rise of public concerts in the eighteenth century gave a special boost to the composition of?
The rise of public concerts in the eighteenth century gave a special boost to the composition of?
orchestral music
The eighteenth century public concert included principally?
The eighteenth century public concert included principally?
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The two descriptions applicable to most classical music are?
The two descriptions applicable to most classical music are?
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What is true of the use of dynamics in the classical era?
What is true of the use of dynamics in the classical era?
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The classical use of dynamics was reflected in the popularity of a new instrument, the _________ in the classical era.
The classical use of dynamics was reflected in the popularity of a new instrument, the _________ in the classical era.
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In the classical orchestra, the woodwind and brass instruments?
In the classical orchestra, the woodwind and brass instruments?
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Which were sometimes included in classical symphonies?
Which were sometimes included in classical symphonies?
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Which is true with regard to texture in classical music?
Which is true with regard to texture in classical music?
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What was the result of the classical practice of using standard forms?
What was the result of the classical practice of using standard forms?
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The first movement in most classical symphonies is generally?
The first movement in most classical symphonies is generally?
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The second movement in most classical symphonies is generally?
The second movement in most classical symphonies is generally?
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The third movement in classical symphonies is always?
The third movement in classical symphonies is always?
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The last movement in most classical symphonies?
The last movement in most classical symphonies?
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The slow movement of a classical instrumental work?
The slow movement of a classical instrumental work?
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Who composed Symphony No. 40 in G minor?
Who composed Symphony No. 40 in G minor?
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What condition did Beethoven have?
What condition did Beethoven have?
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Beethoven wrote music in both the _______ style and the _______ style.
Beethoven wrote music in both the _______ style and the _______ style.
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Beethoven's performing instrument was the?
Beethoven's performing instrument was the?
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Scherzo means?
Scherzo means?
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How many movements does a classical sonata generally have?
How many movements does a classical sonata generally have?
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A string quartet consists of?
A string quartet consists of?
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Who composed 'Ho capito'?
Who composed 'Ho capito'?
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How many people are usually needed to play a classical sonata?
How many people are usually needed to play a classical sonata?
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In double exposition form?
In double exposition form?
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The two French philosophers famously associated with the Enlightenment are?
The two French philosophers famously associated with the Enlightenment are?
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In the classical era, counterpoint was used to create ____ and was often found in ____ sections.
In the classical era, counterpoint was used to create ____ and was often found in ____ sections.
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How might a classical composer help listeners become familiar with a theme in a composition?
How might a classical composer help listeners become familiar with a theme in a composition?
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Opera buffa refers to _______ opera.
Opera buffa refers to _______ opera.
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The woodwind section of a classical orchestra consisted of?
The woodwind section of a classical orchestra consisted of?
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The only one of Mozart's operas that was successful during his lifetime was?
The only one of Mozart's operas that was successful during his lifetime was?
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Haydn's last twelve symphonies, which included the three presented in this chapter are known as?
Haydn's last twelve symphonies, which included the three presented in this chapter are known as?
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Which dance types from the baroque suite survived into the classical era?
Which dance types from the baroque suite survived into the classical era?
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What is true of most of Haydn's symphonies?
What is true of most of Haydn's symphonies?
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Another term for classical dance form is _________ form.
Another term for classical dance form is _________ form.
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What happens in a rondo?
What happens in a rondo?
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What political figure inspired Beethoven in composing the Eroica Symphony?
What political figure inspired Beethoven in composing the Eroica Symphony?
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Study Notes
Classical Music Overview
- The classical style emerged in the mid 18th century, marking a shift in musical expression and structure.
- Vienna was the principal center for the development of classical music, nurturing significant composers.
Influence of Public Concerts
- The rise of public concerts in the 18th century significantly increased orchestral music composition, showcasing symphonies and concertos to wider audiences.
Characteristics of Classical Music
- Common descriptors for most classical music include being full of "natural" simplicity and providing pleasing variety.
- Dynamics played a crucial role; composers notated dynamic changes specifically, enhancing musical expression.
- The popularity of the piano during this era reflected the evolving use of dynamics, offering new expressive possibilities.
Orchestral Structure
- Woodwind and brass instruments in the classical orchestra had clearly defined roles, contributing to a structured sound.
- Popular tones occasionally featured in classical symphonies, enriching the overall texture.
Textural Developments
- Compared to Baroque compositions, classical composers employed a delicate and unobtrusive polyphonic texture, allowing for clearer musical lines.
Forms and Movements
- Standard forms in classical music provided audiences a familiar framework for appreciation.
- The first movement of classical symphonies typically follows sonata form, often starting with a slow introduction.
- The second movement favors a slow, reflective mood, while the third is consistently a minuet and trio.
- The finale usually features a fast-paced conclusion, employing either sonata or rondo form.
Significant Composers and Works
- Mozart composed Symphony No. 40 in G minor and was known for operas such as "The Magic Flute."
- Beethoven, who struggled with deafness, wrote in both classical and romantic styles and primarily performed on the piano.
Additional Musical Forms and Features
- A classical sonata generally consists of three movements, while a string quartet includes two violins, one viola, and one cello.
- The term "scherzo" translates to "joke," reflecting the playful nature of some movements.
- Double exposition form involves an initial orchestral exposition followed by a soloist exposition.
Philosophical Context
- The Enlightenment period was marked by influential thinkers such as Voltaire and Rousseau, whose ideas permeated artistic expressions.
Opera and Dance
- Opera buffa refers to Italian comic opera, showcasing a lighter, humorous tone.
- The woodwind section of a classical orchestra typically includes flute, oboe, clarinet, and bassoon, adding richness to orchestral textures.
- The minuet dance type, originating in the Baroque suite, continued into the classical era as a popular form.
Haydn's Contributions
- Haydn's last twelve symphonies, known as the London symphonies, are characterized by simple melodies and a good-humored spirit, contributing to his lasting legacy in classical music.
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Test your knowledge of the classical music style and its historical context with these flashcards. Learn about the emergence of this genre in the mid-eighteenth century and its development in Vienna, as well as the rise of public concerts and orchestral music. These cards provide a concise overview of key concepts related to music appreciation.
