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This document provides an overview of the Classical Period in music, from its characteristics and forms to important composers like Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. It discusses various forms of classical music, such as instrumental and vocal forms. It is a good resource for learning about this important period in music history.
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Classical Period Classical Period - 1750 to 1820 (bet. Baroque and Romantic Period) - Age of Musical Enlightenment Classical Period CHARACTERISTICS: -Melodies are simple and clear -Orchestras increased in size and range -Woodwind became independ...
Classical Period Classical Period - 1750 to 1820 (bet. Baroque and Romantic Period) - Age of Musical Enlightenment Classical Period CHARACTERISTICS: -Melodies are simple and clear -Orchestras increased in size and range -Woodwind became independent in orchestra -Homophonic in texture Classical Period CHARACTERISTICS: -Harpsichord, Dulcimer and Simple Piano replaced by GRAND PIANO. Classical Period CHARACTERISTICS: -Instrumental music oriented -Simple in theme, complex in structure -Harshest period due to competition bet. composers for MONEY and FAME. Classical Period OVERALL: “Simple, dramatic in tones and theme, striking melodies, clearer texture, and unforgiving musical PERIOD” Forms of Classical Period Forms of Classical Period 1. INSTRUMENTAL FORM -music done via instruments ONLY or little vocal mode present. Forms of Classical Period 2. VOCAL FORM – oldest musical form that requires HUMAN VOICE only; reminiscent of A CAPELLA. Forms of Classical Period Examples of INSTRUMENTAL FORM: 1. BINARY – AB Song pattern. Forms of Classical Period 2. TERNARY – ABA Song pattern. Forms of Classical Period 3. RONDO – 3 or more song pattern. Forms of Classical Period 4. SONATA - multi-movement with 4 forms; a. Exposition b. Transition c. Development d. Recapitulation - combination of all instruments. Forms of Classical Period 5. CONCERTO - multi-movement with emphasis on solo instrument led by accompaniment. - violin concerto, piano concerto, etc… Forms of Classical Period Example of VOCAL FORMS 1. Recitative 4. Aria 2. Mass 5. Opera (Buffa vs. Seria) 3. Cantata 6.Religious Music Prominent Composers of Classical Period Classical Composers FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN - Father of Symphony and String Quartet - progenitor of Chamber music - Masterpiece: Surprise Symphony Classical Composers WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART - prodigy at age 5 (piano & violin) - best composer, composed 600 pieces. - Masterpiece: Piano Sonata No. 11 (Turkish March) Classical Composers LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN - influential Classical composer -concerto and sonata specialist (piano and violin) - Masterpiece: FUR ELISE
