Classical Era (1750–1820) (Junior Cert Music): Flashcards

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Classical Era (1750–1820)
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Time period of Classical era

1750-1820

Dominant texture in Classical music

Homophonic

What homophonic texture means

Single melody with chordal accompaniment

Type of dynamic changes in Classical era

Gradual (crescendos & diminuendos)

Instrument added to woodwind section

Clarinets

Keyboard instrument that replaced harpsichord

Piano

Key structure in Classical instrumental music

Sonata form

Instruments in string quartet

2 violins, viola, cello

Mozart's life years

1756-1791

Mozart's early musical status

Child prodigy

Number of works Mozart composed

Over 600

Mozart's famous serenade for strings

Eine kleine Nachtmusik

Beethoven's life years

1770-1827

Eras Beethoven bridged

Classical and Romantic

Physical condition Beethoven developed

Lost his hearing

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