MUSIC AND ARTS!! day 1 Flashcards
a musical work with diff movements for an instrumental solioist and orchesrtra
concerto
a section of the sonata allegro form where the themes are introduced
exposition
most important form that was developed during the classical era and usually the form of the first movement of a sonata or symphony
sonata allegro
musical composition designed to be played by the full orchestra
symphony
years of classical period
1750-1820
In the middle of the ___ century, ____ began to move toward a new style in architecture, literature, and the arts, known as ____.
18th, europe, classicism
Instrumental music was patronized primarily by the ____.
nobility
Important historical events that occurred in the West during this era were the __
French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, the American Declaration of Independence in 1776, and the American Revolution.
The term classical denotes conformity with the principles and characteristics of ___ and ____ which were formal, elegant, simple, freed, and dignified.
ancient Greek and Roman literature and art
loud and soft was clearly shown through the extensive use of __
crescendo and diminuendo
(MUSIC)The great composers of the period were:
Franz Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and Ludwig Van Beethoven.
__,__,__ are the instrumental forms developed during this era
Sonata, Concerto, and Symphony
__,__ are the two vocal forms of classical era
opera seria and buffa
is one of the most prominent composers of the Classical Period.
Franz Joseph Haydn
His life is described as a “rags-to-riches” story. He came from a poor family and his music led to his rise in social status.
Franz Joseph Haydn
He was hired by rich patrons and eventually became a musical director for the Esterhazy family for 30 years.
Franz Joseph Haydn
His music reflects his character and personality: mainly calm, balanced, serious but with touches of humor.
Franz Joseph Haydn
He was able to compose over 100 symphonies and developed them into long forms for a large orchestra. He was named, “Father of the Symphony”
Franz Joseph Haydn
Surprise Symphony,” “The Clock,” “The Military
Franz Joseph Haydn
is a child prodigy and the most amazing genius in musical history.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
At age five, he was already playing the violin and the harp- sichord; at six, he was recognized as an exceptional pianist, and at seven, he was already composing excellent music. At age thirteen, he had written sonatas, concertos, symphonies, religious works, and operas and operettas.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
He experimented in all kinds of music and composed over 700 works.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
He composed wonderful concertos, symphonies, and operas such as “The Marriage of Figaro” (1786), “Don Giovanni” (1789), and “The Magic Flute”
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Unfortunately, due to mismanaged finances he lived his life in poverty, died young, and was buried in an unknown grave.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
was born in Bonn, Germany to a family of musicians and studied music at an early age.
Ludwig Van Beethoven
He was the composer who bridged the late Classical era and the early Romantic era.
Ludwig Van Beethoven
He was a talented pianist and composer. His famous compositions include 32 piano sonatas, 21 set of variations, 9 symphonies, 5 concertos for piano, 16 string quartets, and choral music.
Ludwig Van Beethoven
His works include the “Missa Solemnis” (1818-1823) and opera “Fidelio
Ludwig Van Beethoven
He began to go deaf in 1796 but this did not =become a hindrance. He continued composing
Ludwig Van Beethoven
-It is in three-four time and in a moderate or fast tempo.
Minuet
The most important form that developed during the classical era
sonata allegro
The most important form that developed during the classical era consists of 3 distinct sections:
Exposition, Development, and Recapitulation
soloist and orchestra
concerto
It is a classical form of music intended primarily to emphasize the individuality of the solo instrument and to exhibit the virtuosity and interpretative abilities of the performer.
concerto
: Usually in a form of rondo, resembling the last movement of the symphony and usually a short cadenza is used
Finale
: Usually in a form of rondo, resembling the last movement of the symphony and usually a short ___ is used
cadenza
A multi-movement work for orchestra,
Symphony
- an improvised passage or ornamentation performed by a soloist or group of soloists that allows a display of virtuosity often placed near the end of a piece.
Cadenza
- a choral composition with instrumental accompaniment, typically in several movements.
Cantata
__-gradually becoming louder
__-gradually becoming softer
Crescendo-Diminuendo-
- a musical form that alternates the main theme and its contrasting themes usually found in the final movement of a sonata or concerto
Rondo
- a vigorous, light, or playful composition comprising a movement in a symphony or sonata.
Scherzo
- 18th century German musical comedy featuring songs and ensembles interspersed with dialogue.
Singspiel