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Classical Era 1750 -1825

Classical Era 1750 -1825

The Classical Era § Important events: – American Revolution (1775 -1783) – French Revolution

The Classical Era § Important events: – American Revolution (1775 -1783) – French Revolution (1789 -1799) – The Industrial Revolution made mass production possible.

Classicism in Music § Music was mostly long pieces, large forms such as: –

Classicism in Music § Music was mostly long pieces, large forms such as: – Symphony- (a large work for orchestral piece of 3 -4 sections) – Concerto (an orchestra piece featuring a solo instrument…with 3 -4 sections) – Sonata (Instrumental genre in several movements for soloist or small ensemble. )

Elements of Classical Style § Singable, Lyrical melody § Regular rhythm ( 2, 3

Elements of Classical Style § Singable, Lyrical melody § Regular rhythm ( 2, 3 or 4 beats per measure) § Homophonic texture – Melody has accompanying harmony

The Patronage System § Aristocracy adopted the arts as a necessary part of life.

The Patronage System § Aristocracy adopted the arts as a necessary part of life. § Social events created demand for new music § Musicians didn’t have economic security § Women worked as professional opera singers, ballet dancers, music teachers & soloists § Performance music from palaces to public concert halls.

The Development of Classical Forms § Form is the main organizing element in absolute

The Development of Classical Forms § Form is the main organizing element in absolute music. § Absolute Music: No Pictorial or Literary Program § Music takes shape with Multimovement Cycles: one pieces has 3 or 4 movements (sections)

The First Movement § Exposition – Usually in a quick tempo Main Theme begins

The First Movement § Exposition – Usually in a quick tempo Main Theme begins in tonic (home key) § Development – Theme is broken up and developed – More tension – More musical conflict & action

First Movement (continued) § Recapitulation – Theme returns after the Development – Bridge (has

First Movement (continued) § Recapitulation – Theme returns after the Development – Bridge (has 2 nd Theme) § Closing Section § Coda- last section (ending section of a song)

The Second Movement § § Slower tempo… Andante (walking speed) Adagio (slow speed) Ternary

The Second Movement § § Slower tempo… Andante (walking speed) Adagio (slow speed) Ternary Form (A-B-A) Theme and Variations – Theme – Variations (change of) § Melody, Chords, Rhythm, Dynamics (loud/soft)

The Third Movement § In the Classical Symphony, usually a Minuet & Trio. §

The Third Movement § In the Classical Symphony, usually a Minuet & Trio. § Minuet – A Baroque court dance in triple meter ¾ – Two main sections A-B & return to beginning A – 4 & 8 measure phrases.

Fourth Movement § Is a Rondo (type of dance) – A lively movement with

Fourth Movement § Is a Rondo (type of dance) – A lively movement with the spirit of dancing – Forms A-B-A – A-B-A-C-A-B-A

Eine kleine Nachtmusic K. 525 § Written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart § Translation: “A

Eine kleine Nachtmusic K. 525 § Written by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart § Translation: “A Little Night Music” – Serenade for Strings (String Quartet with a Double Bass) – Meant for Outdoor Public Performance – Four Movements (originally five) § 1. Allegro in G major § 2. Romanza in C major § 3. Allegretto in G major § 4. Allegro in G major

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