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7 Cards in this Set
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Classical Period - Time and Composers |
1750 - 1827. Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven. |
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Classical Period - Harmony |
Diatonic harmony, modulations to related keys, use of primary chords. Clear cadences. |
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Classical Period - Instrumentation |
Classically proportioned orchestra. Small string section with pairs of flutes, clarinets, bassoons, horns, oboes and timpani. String quartet (2 violins, viola, cello). Piano instead of harpsichord. |
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Classical Period - Melody/Rhythm |
Based on scales/arpeggios. Simple, elegant melodies in 4 bar phrases. Equal phrase lengths. Some ornamentation. |
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Classical Period - Dynamics |
Could be terraced but likely to be graduated (cresc. or dim.) |
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Classical Period - Symphonies |
Large scale orchestral works, in three movements (fast-slow-fast). |
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Classical Period - Sonata |
Written for solo piano or an instrument with piano accompaniment. |
