Classicism Flashcards
1
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Key features
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Idea of contrast - keys, melodies, dynamics
Musical structures had a sense of symmetry (Rondo, Sonata Form)
Melody – 4 bar phrases
Harmony – I, IV, V, regular cadences.
Mainly homophony, although polyphony was also used
Modulations (related keys)
2
Q
Composers
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Haydn
Mozart
Beethoven
Schubert
3
Q
When was classicism
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1750 - 1830
4
Q
Genre
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Sonata
Symphony
Solo Concerto
Opera
Chamber Music
5
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Instruments
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Strings: violin, viola, cello, double bass
Woodwind: flute, oboe, clarinets, bassoon
Brass: Trumpet, French horn
Percussion: Timpani and Piano
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