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The Classical Era
1750-1820
C vs. c
• Classical Music (1750-1820)
• Time Period
• Listening to classical music
• General Genre of Music
Historical Significance
• The Enlightenment
• Philosophical Movement
• Balance
• Order
• Symmetry
• Reason
• Simplicity
Events in History
• French and Indian War
• American Revolution
• War of 1812
Defining Characteristics
• Importance of Instrumental Music
• Balance between Instruments
• Single Melody
• Clear Harmonic Movement
• Organized Phrases
• Gradual Dynamics
Influence of the Time
• Less Ornamentation
• Cadenza
• Focus on one texture at a time
• Reliance on Patronage
• Performance Practice
• Public Concerts
• Tempo Markings
Genres/Forms
• Genre
• Sonata
• Symphony
• Divertimento
• Da Capo Aria
• Opera Seria & Buffa
• Concertos & Opera still widely popular
Genres/Forms
• Concerto Form
• Rondo Form
• Theme and Variations