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Classical 1750-1830

What is Classical? The Classical Era is a period of music history, lasting from approximately 1750 to 1830. We also talk about ‘Classical Music’ – -don’t get confused – this is an umbrella term for all instrumental western music from all eras: Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern.

What was the Classical era like? The cultural centre of the world was Vienna, Austria. Classical fashion was very elegant! Classical architecture was all about simplicity, light and balance (based on classical Greece e.g. Temples etc)

Comparison: Baroque and Classical

Why is Classical important? The Classical era is really important for several reasons: Music became simpler, lighter and more balanced 2. New instruments were invented such as the Piano and Clarinet The Orchestra grew bigger, including a full woodwind section The range of keys, rhythms and dynamics used in music increased Sonata Form developed

So what did Classical music sound like? Balanced phrases of music, with a light texture Piano was invented! The Woodwind section became established – with Clarinets Melodies were NOT as DECORATED as Baroque music Mainly HOMOPHONIC Melodies played over a chordal accompaniment Greater variety of keys, Rhythms, dynamics etc. Alberti bass

What Classical instruments should I listen for? More woodwind used The FortePiano was a hit!

Who were the key composers? Haydn Austrian Mozart Austrian Beethoven German (late classical)

Summary of the Classical Era Composers Musical Style Instruments Haydn Mozart Simplicity and balance in melodies Piano Beethoven Woodwind Homophonic texture - Melody over chord parts Now go back to the blog and listen to some examples of Classical Music