Classical Era

The String Quartet consists of 1 Violin, 2 Violas, and a cello

Opera Seria depicts current events from the perspective of royalty and nobility

expansion of Concerto Grosso

Basso Continuo continued in the Classical Era

What is one main development of the classical era

In the classical era, composers began to abandon the complex polyphony of the Baroque in support of more homophonic form

Classical music is based on

Serious Opera sometimes features humorous plots, comedic characters and happy ending.  Enhanced by spoken dialogue

Symphony means “sounding together” full orchestra all playing at the same time. No emphasis on soloist

In the classical era dynamics were

The ornate melodies frequently found in Baroque music give way to

A Trio is a form of chamber music where three people perform