Classical music True and False

Classical music mainly uses primary chords

Classical music is always played on the piano.

All classical music uses legato articulation

Tubas and saxophones were introduced into the classical orchestra

Classical melodies have uneven phrases

Natural flutes and clarinets are found in the classical orchestra

A classical melody is built on scales and arpeggios

Composers modulate to closely related keys

The string family forms the most important part of a classical orchestra

The melody may be ornamented in classical music.

Plagal cadences are the most common in classical music

Simple time (e.g. 3/4, 4/4) is a common metre for classical music

Classical music tends to be slow

The violins take the main melody in classical music

Homophonic and melody and accompaniment are the favourite textures