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What is neoclassical music characterized by?
What are the three neoclassical ideals?
Balance, Clarity, Intellectual weight
Who are two notable neoclassical composers?
How many movements do symphonic compositions typically have?
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What is the exposition in music?
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What occurs in the development stage of music?
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What is recapitulation in music?
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Study Notes
Neoclassical Music
- Expands on baroque emotionalism while introducing complexity and a range of emotions within a single piece.
Neoclassical Ideals
- Emphasizes balance, clarity, and intellectual weight in music composition.
Notable Neoclassical Composers
- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Joseph Haydn are prominent figures in neoclassical music.
Symphonic Composition Structure
- Traditional symphonic works typically consist of four distinct movements.
Exposition in Music
- This section involves the introduction of one or more musical themes by the composer.
Development in Composition
- A creative phase where themes are elaborated and transformed in imaginative ways.
Recapitulation Explained
- Original themes are restated in this section, offering resolution and balance to the previously explored ideas.
Role of Coda
- Serves as a firm conclusion to a musical piece, providing closure.
Serenade Genre
- Light-hearted, celebratory music often commissioned for social occasions and festivities.
Mozart's Musical Passion
- While Mozart's primary love was opera, he faced challenges in securing patrons to support these theatrical works.
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Explore the key concepts of neoclassical music through these flashcards. Learn about the emotional complexity introduced after the baroque period, the ideals that define the movement, and the composers who shaped this influential genre.
