classical period

Question 1

Contrast of mood
Flexibility of rhythm
Texture – basically homophonic
Melody – are among the most tuneful and easiest to remember.
Dynamics and the piano – wide use of gradual dynamics. Piano invented in 1770, replaced the harpsichord by 1775.
The end of basso continuo

Answer 1

Characteristics of Classical Style

Question 2

Three of the worlds greatest composers

Answer 2

Haydn – (1732-1809)

Mozart (1756-1791)

Beethoven (1770-1827)

Question 3

musical center in Europe during the Classical Period

Answer 3

Vienna

Question 4

standard group of 4 sections – bigger than the Baroque

Answer 4

classical orchestra

Question 5

most important section, first violin had melody most of the time. Lower strings provide accompaniment.

Answer 5

strings

Question 6

contrasting tone colors and were often given melodic solos.

Answer 6

woodwinds

Question 7

brought power to loud passages and filled out the harmony.

Answer 7

brass

Question 8

timpani were used for rhythmic bite and emphasis.

Answer 8

percussion

Question 9

a large orchestral piece in several movements. Brought about by public concerts. The evolution of the classical orchestra.

Answer 9

symphony