Classical Period Flashcards

Question

What is considered to be the most important works which Haydn wrote?

Answer 1

his 104 symphonies and his 68 string quartets

Answer 2

between the ages of 6 and 15

Answer 3

a stranger carrying an anonymous letter commissioned one, and as Mozart grew more sick, he came to believe the requiem was for himself and finished it on his deathbed

Answer 4

a legendary Spanish lover who is a seductive and ruthless nobleman who will stop at nothing to appease his sexual appetite

Answer 5

it contained music emotional intensity

Answer 6

Napoleon Bonaparte

Answer 7

he was born in Germany to a family of musicians, he served as an assistant to the court organist, studied with Haydn, believed an artist deserved as much respect as nobility, he grew deaf in his old age, he composed many works and compositions, represents highest level of musical genius to many people

Answer 8

string quartets

Answer 9

Classical Period and Romantic Period

Answer 10

the four-note motive; short short short long; to represent fake knocking at the door

Answer 11

Haydn was born in a tiny Austrian village, age of 8, he went to Vienna to serve as a choirboy. Once his voice changed, he was dismissed. Struggling to make money, he gave music lessons to children and played the violin in street bands. At 29, he entered the service of the most rich and powerful of the Hungarian noble families. As a highly skilled servant, he wrote performances and compositions for that family. He performed all over Europe, and eventually returned to Vienna. He wrote 104 symphonies and 68 string quartets. He was a master of developing themes and classical style. Many people believe he invented the string quartet, and is known for Trumpet Concerto in E Flat Major. He believed that art is free; he did not agree with the concept of rules for composition.

Answer 12

born in Austria, and was one of the most amazing child prodigies in history. He could play several instruments by age six, and wrote his first symphony at age 8. He wrote his first opera at age 12. He toured in Europe and Italy until age 15. He then returned to Austria at 15, but was not accepted by the leader there. He then returned to Italy at age 25, and stayed there the rest of his life. He earned money by publishing music, doing concerts, and training students. However, he died in debt. He wrote the operas Don Giovanni and The Marriage of Figaro. He died writing a requiem mass of the dead, that he thought would be for him. He is most known for being the most versatile composer.

Answer 13

born in Germany to a family of musicians. At age 11, he first began performing as a backup for the concert organist. At 12, he had his first piano composition published. At 16, he performed for Mozart. He studied under Haydn, but secretly went to another teacher as well. Three nobleman promised they would provide his income if he stayed in Vienna. He moved there at age 22 and stayed there the rest of his life. He gave piano lessons, performed concerts, and wrote compositions. His music was very well-organized, but he was a sloppy dresser and very messy. He often dealt unfairly with publishers. His early work was influenced by Haydn, but later he developed his own style. He tried to unify his music more than Haydn or Mozart. It took him years to write a symphony; he carried music books with him everywhere. At 29, he began going deaf. He became depressed, and after that-his music style changed greatly. It had new power and heroism. His Ninth Symphony is his best loved and most known piece; he wrote it when he was deaf.

Classical Period Flashcards

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