Classical Period

The harpsichord was known for the addition of notes and weighted keys allowing more nuance expressions like dynamics

This composer gradually lost his hearing and wrote his most famous symphonies completely deaf.

The Sentimental Style reflected ______ .

Who is this?

What are the dates of the Classical Period?

This period is known for the ______.

The classical period is characterized by _____ melodies.

Who is this?

This composer was a child prodigy, was not organized and was a perfectionist. He freelanced in Vienna most of his life.

Style Galant can be seen in Mozart’s “Minuet in G”, which he composed when he was 5 yrs old, and is style known for

This composer is known as the “father of the symphony” and composed over 104 in his lifetime.

This composer’s last composition, “Requiem in D minor”, was left unfinished and later finished by one of his students.

The primary instrument during the classical period was the _____.

The piano was invented by Barolomeo Cristofori in 1709 in _____.

Who is this?

Which of these is not a Classical composer?

____ was employed by wealthy Esterhazy family. He worked for 30 years composing and he gave lessons to other composers.