2020- Classical Period of Music History

Which Classical era composer was deaf?

Did Classical composers change the mood or character of their music within a movement?

Which is NOT a popular form of the Classical Era?

What form starts out with a main theme, followed by sections that treat that theme differently?

Who wrote the Marriage of Figaro?

What was the most important new instrument of the Classical Era?

Name another historical event that occurred during the Classical period.

Did Classical era artists paint royalty or common people more often?

When was the Classical Era?

Which composer wrote Symphony #5, about Fate knocking at his door, and his battle with mental illness?

What was the most important section of the Classical orchestra?

Why was the piano so popular?

Which kind of music was most important during the Classical Period?

Which of the artistic styles of the Classical era was characterized by simplicity, firm lines and clear structure?

Who, because of his non- noble origin, fell in love several times but never married?

How were most pieces of music named during the Classical Period?

There were two distinct styles of art during the Classical era. What were they?

What caused musicians to be able to survive financially without working for the aristocracy?

What made Classical era melodies different from Baroque era ones?

Form and Structure was super important during this era. What was the most important new form?

What form can be described as "multiple movements for orchestra?"

The Age of Enlightenment was a time when more people relied on scientific discovery than the teachings of the Church.

What form is described as "for solo instrument with orchestra accompaniment?"

Composers traveled easier during the Classical Period. How did this affect the music?

Was a Classical era orchestra larger or smaller than a Baroque era one?

What is another name for a section of music?

Which Classical era composer was a child prodigy?

What system had a wealthy person financially support a composer so they could write full-time?

Describe the overall character of the Classical Period: