Classical Music Era Review

Textures were primarily polyphonic in the classical era, occassionally homophonic and monophonic

A form in which a tuneful main theme (A) returns several times in alternation with other themes (ex. ABACAD...)

Describe how the patronage system changed throughout the classical period?

Explain the role of music in society during the classical period?

What is an exposition?

A form in which a basic musical idea, or theme, is repeated several times with changes to each repetition.

How many symphonies did Beethoven Write?

This composer was a child prodigy who left the patronage system to feelance in vienna. He lived until his 30s

The section within a piece in sonata form in which the themes are explored and presented in new ways.

Describe melody as a general characteric of classical music: melodies are tuneful and easy to remember, symmetrical

This composer was respected thoughout society for his skill and near perfect compositions. He suffered from hearing loss

Usually a movement within a larger work; this form is written in a triple meter with an ABA form/Dancelike

This composer spent his entire career in the patronage system writing music for the Esterhazys. Father of the Symphony.

what is the correct order of sections in sonata form?

what is an example of a musical device that could be used to put variations on a theme?

The most common form and genre of the classical period. Has 4 sections and is standard form for Symphonic 1st movements.

Describe Rhythms as a general characteristic of the neoclassical: Rhytms are varied and add interest and contrast

When did the classical music period occur?

The concluding section of a piece in sonata form, usually in the tonic key

A style during the late baroque and early classical in which the art style is softer lines and pastel coloring, youthful

A stylistic rejection of baroque and rococo style and an attempt to recapture the grandeur of greek and roman art.