Classical Period

Composers wanted to write simple melodies that would be easy for the audience to remember.

The first movement of a symphony always follows this form:

The Classical period ended in which year?

Which instrument below is not part of the string quartet?

The string quartet was invented during the Baroque period.

The key characteristic of Classical period music was taking focus away from the theme/melody, and focusing on:

Operas usually only lasted 2 hours at most.

The Classical period began in which year?

The orchestra expanded in size during the Classical period.

Which form of instrumental music was invented in the Classical period?

Operas could be either comedic or dramatic.

Which of the following composers was known as a child prodigy and was well known for his opera and orchestral music?

Vocal music and instrumental music were considered equally important.

Public performances of symphonies helped make instrumental music more popular than vocal music.

Which of the following composers went deaf during his life, and was known for his piano and orchestral music?

Which of the following composers helped invent the string quartet and the symphony?

Music of the Classical period is written mainly in what form?

The pendulum during the Classical period is considered simple.