Western Classical Music Flashcards
to learn
1
Q
Where did it originate?
A
In 1750-1820
2
Q
What was it the first era to do?
A
to do public concerts which then became an important part of the music scene
3
Q
What was it originally composed for?
A
Church
4
Q
What did public concerts change?
A
It gave a new view that music should be written for entertainment for the common person
5
Q
Name some Western Classical composers?
A
Haydn, Mozart, Vivaldi
6
Q
What are the 3 features of Western Classical music?
A
Balance and symmetry; question and answer phrasing; elegant and stylish melodies
7
Q
What instruments are used?
A
Symphomies, string quartets (violin I and violin II, viola and cello)
