Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Classical Music

Baroque to classical
  • Classical is longer with more
  • instrumentsClassical is homophonic vs polyphonic
  • Smooth change in dynamics
  • Various moods
  • Flexible rhythm
  • Memorable melody
Baroque example

Symphony
Long work, 4 parts
1. Fast
2. Slow and lyrical
3. Dance-like
4. Fast

Haydn "Father of the symphony"
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Mozart
Child Prodigy, died young
Typical classical symphony
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