Mr. Dotson's- Classical Review

the melodic thought accompanies a main theme

Form that combines repeating theme of rondo with development section in sonata form.

In sonata form, a concluding section following the recapitulation.

Melodies and themes are normally easily to remember in classical music

The characteristic sound of an orchestra includes brass, percussion, woodwinds, strings

During the classical period the basso continuo was forgotten.

The section of sonata form that leads from the first theme to the second theme

Composers during the classical period would appeal to aristocrats and noblemen

This form derived from a dance in 3 parts with A -B-A

More people started to have music in the home during the classical period.

Mass/song for the dead

Musical training became an important part of education.

This form consist of the Exposition, development, recapitulation

Classical texture is predominantly homophonic.

Music using a small group of musicians with one player to a part.

the 3rd section of sonata form song where the main theme returns

Orchestral composition usually in four movements that last approximately 30-45 minutes.

Composition for two violins, viola, and a cello.

The first section of sonata form movement

classical period composers-musicians sought to make their own way towards financial stability

Classical music mood goes up and down according to the song and its movement

This composer was a child prodigy who lived from 1756-1791.

An unaccompanied section of virtuoso display for soloist in a concerto at the end of a movement

The piano became a main instrument over the harpsichord during the classical period

The section movement of a sonata form work, usually goes through different keys

Rhythmic patterns of the classical period are similar and do not contrast.

what are the dates of the classical period

Composer born in 1770 and died in 1827. was the bridge of the classical and romantic eras.

Instrumental composition, usually light and during an evening setting

Form in which a basic theme is presented and repeated then altered throughout the song

This composer was a teacher of Beethoven. And he lived from 1732-1809

Harmonies in the classical period are based on major and minor scale.

Compositional form in 3 parts A-B-A, usually 3 movements, also another word for joke in Italian

Extended composition for several instrumental soloist in 3 movement

The most important form of classical chamber music was the string quartet

There was a decline in amateur musicians, even though they were great at improvisation.

Music was not expected to be good and pleasing to all listeners