The Classical Symphony Flashcards
1
Q
What was an important form that started in the classical period?
A
The Symphony
2
Q
What did a classical orchestra consist of?
A
Four sections: strings, woodwind, brass and percussion and contained up to 60 musicians.
3
Q
What difference is there in contrasting tempo and character in the four different movements?
A
- Vigorous, dynamic
- Slow and lyrical
- Dance like (minuet or scherzo)
- Fast, brilliant and heroic
4
Q
What are opening movement characteristics?
A
Always fast and in sonata form
5
Q
Each movement is a self-contained composition with…?
A
…its own set of themes.
6
Q
Composers of the Classical era?
A
Mozart, Beethoven
