5 Questions
What is the main difference in texture between Classical and Baroque music?
Classical music has a lighter, clearer texture
What is the main emphasis of style galant in Classical music?
Light elegance
What was the main keyboard instrument that replaced the harpsichord during the Classical period?
Piano (or fortepiano)
In Classical music, what became more pronounced than before within a piece?
Variety and contrast
What happened to the orchestra during the Classical period?
It increased in size, range, and power
Test your knowledge of the Classical period of music with this quiz. Explore the defining characteristics, composers, and musical forms of this influential era in classical music history.
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