2ND QTR MUSIC: Classical Period (1750-1820)

Question 1

It is also known as “Age of Reasons”

Answer 1

Classical Era

Question 2

The term “_________ ______” is generally used to refer to the post-baroque and pre-romantic era of music.

Answer 2

Classical Period

Question 3

Classical period was composed between ____ and ____, which covers the development of the classical symphony and concerto.

Answer 3

1750 and 1820

Question 4

Music of this period was generally of an _______ ______, with _________ __ _______ & _______, and emphasizing ______ ______ rather than emotional expression

Answer 4

Generally of an orderly nature, with qualities of clarity & balance, and emphasizing formal beauty

Question 5

What are the important Historical events?

Answer 5

1. French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars
2. The American declaration of Independence in 1776
3. The American Revolution

Question 6

Cultural life was dominated by the ___________, as patrons of musicians and artists who generally influenced the arts.

Answer 6

Aristocracy

Question 7

The birth of classical civilization was deeply rooted in the ___________ ______, ________ and ______________.

Answer 7

The birth of classical civilization was deeply rooted in the adventurous social, economic and constitutional

Question 8

The birth of classical civilization was deeply rooted in the adventurous social, economic and constitutional restructuring that took place in the _______ ______.

Answer 8

Archaic Period

Question 9

Harmony and texture is __________ in general

Answer 9

Homophonic

Question 10

The dynamics of loud and soft were clearly shown through the extensive use of _________ and __________.

Answer 10

Crescendo and Diminuendo

Question 11

Who was named after the Alberti Bass?

Answer 11

Domenico Alberti

Question 12

The style of broken chord accompaniment is called?

Answer 12

Alberti Bass

Question 13

What is the Domenico Alberti Melody?

Answer 13

Short and clearly defined musical phrases with two or more contrasting themes.

Question 14

It is very defined and regular

Answer 14

Rhythm

Question 15

It is mostly Homophonic

Answer 15

Texture

Question 16

The symphony orchestra was organized into four sections-strings, woodwind, brass and percussion. The harpsichord was seldom used.

Answer 16

Timbre

Question 17

Classical music has highly sophisticated forms of instrumental music, these include:

Answer 17

The Concerto, Symphony, Sonata, Suite, Etude, Symphonic Poem, Opera and others.

Question 18

It has three sections, a fast intro, a slow middle section and a fast ending.

Answer 18

Overture

Question 19

It is the most important music forms of this period. This type of music is written for a solo instrument, or a solo instrument with accompaniment; having three or four movements, each complete in itself.

Answer 19

Sonata Allegro

Question 20

Who are the composers during the Classical Period?

Answer 20

Franz Joseph Haydn
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Ludwig Van Beethoven.

Question 21

One of the most prominent composers of the classical period.

Answer 21

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 22

He is known for his “rag-to-riches” story.

Answer 22

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 23

He came from poor family and his music led his rise in social status,

Answer 23

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 24

He became a musical director for the Esterhazy family for 30 years.

Answer 24

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 25

His music reflects his character and personality: mainly calm, balanced, serious but touches of humor

Answer 25

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 26

He composed 100 symphonies and developed them into long forms for a large orchestra.

Answer 26

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 27

He was named “Father of Symphony”

Answer 27

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 28

Most of his symphonies have nicknames such as the Surprise Symphony”, “The clock”, “The Military”

Answer 28

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Question 29

He is a child prodigy and the most amazing genius in musical history.

Answer 29

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756-1791)

Question 30

At age thirteen, he had written sonatas, concertos, symphonies, religious works, and operas and operettas.

Answer 30

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756-1791)

Question 31

He experimented in all kinds of music and composed over 700 works.

Answer 31

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756-1791)

Question 32

Unfortunately, due to mismanaged finances he lived his life in poverty, died young and was buried in an unknown grave.

Answer 32

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756-1791)

Question 33

He composed wonderful concertos, symphonies and operas such as: “The Marriage of Figaro “ (1786), “Don Giovanni “ (1789), and “The Magic Flute” which became popular.

Answer 33

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756-1791)

Question 34

He was born in Bonn, Germany to a family of musicians and studied music at an early age.

Answer 34

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)

Question 35

He was the composer who bridged the late Classical era and the early Romantic era.

Answer 35

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)

Question 36

His famous compositions include 32 piano sonatas, 21 sets of variation, 9 symphonies, 5 concertos for piano, 16 string quarters and choral music.

Answer 36

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)

Question 37

His works include the “Missa Solemnis” (1818-1823) and opera “ Fidelio “ (1805)

Answer 37

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)

Question 38

He began to be deaf in 1796 but this did not become a hindrance, He continued composing through the help of an assistant and hearing gadget. Some of his famous compositions were made when he was deaf.

Answer 38

LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)

Question 39

In the middle of the 18th century, Europe began to move toward a new style in architecture, literature, and the arts, known as __________.

Answer 39

CLASSICISM

Question 40

Instrumental music was patronized primarily by the _______.

Answer 40

NOBILITY

Question 41

A multi-movement work for solo instruments

Answer 41

SONATA

Question 42

Sonata came from the word “______” which means __ ____ _ _____.

Answer 42

“Sonare” which means to make a sound

Question 43

This term is applied to a variety of works for a solo instrument such as keyboard or violin.

Answer 43

SONATA

Question 44

The most important form that developed during the classical era consists of 3 distinct sections

Answer 44

SONATA ALLEGRO FORM

Question 45

What are the 3 Distinct sections of Sonata Allegro Form?

Answer 45

Exposition, Development, and Recapitulation

Question 46

the first part of a composition in sonata form that introduces the theme.

Answer 46

Exposition

Question 47

What is Development?

Answer 47

It is the middle part of the sonata-allegro form wherein themes are being developed

Question 48

It is a multi-movement work designed for an instrumental soloist and orchestra.

Answer 48

Concerto

Question 49

It is a classical form of music intended primarily to emphasize the individuality of the solo instrument and to exhibit the virtuosity and interpretative abilities of the performer.

Answer 49

Concerto

Question 50

The solo instruments in classical concertos include ______, _____, ________, _______, _______, ____ and _____.

Answer 50

The solo instruments in classical concertos include violin, cello, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, horn and piano.

Question 51

A CONCERTO HAS THREE MOVEMENTS: ____, ____, ____

Answer 51

Fast, Slow, Fast

Question 52

What is the 1st movement (fast, concerto)?

Answer 52

Sonata-allegro form with expositions of the orchestra and then by the soloist.

Question 53

What is the 2nd movement (slow, concerto)?

Answer 53

Has more ornamentation than the First movement.

Question 54

What is the 3rd movement (fast, finale, concerto)?

Answer 54

usually in a form of rondo, resembling the last movement of the symphony and usually a short cadenza is used.

Question 55

A multi-movement work for orchestra

Answer 55

Symphony

Question 56

The symphony is derived from the word “________” which literally means “__________________________”.

Answer 56

“Sinfonia” which literally means “a harmonious sounding together”.

Question 57

It is classical music for the whole orchestra, generally in four movements.

Answer 57

Symphony

Question 58

What is the 1st movement of the Symphony (Fast)?

Answer 58

Sonata-allegro form

Question 59

What is the 2nd movement of Symphony (Slow)?

Answer 59

gentle, lyrical - typical ABA form or theme and variation

Question 59

What is the 3rd movement of Symphony (Medium/Fast)?

Answer 59

uses a dance form (Minuet or scherzo)

Question 60

As the 18th century progressed, instrumental music was patronized primarily by the nobility which led to the rise of public taste for “_____ _____.”

Answer 60

Comic Opera

Question 60

What is the 4th movement of Symphony (Fast)?

Answer 60

typically Rondo or Sonata form

Question 61

_____ is a drama set to music where singers and musicians perform in a theatrical setting.

Answer 61

Opera

Question 62

What are the two distinct styles of Opera that were developed during the Classical Period?

Answer 62

Opera Seria and Opera Buffa

Question 63

It is also known as serious opera and usually implies heroic or tragic drama that employs mythological characters, which was inherited from the Baroque period.

Answer 63

Opera Seria

Question 64

“________” by Mozart is an example of Opera Seria.

Answer 64

Idomenio

Question 65

It is also known as Comic Opera and it is from Italy made use of everyday characters and situations, and typically employed spoken dialogues, lengthy arias and was spiced with sight gags, naughty humor and social satire.

Answer 65

Opera Buffa

Question 66

“_____________”, “_________”, and “__________” are examples of popular Opera Buffa by Mozart.

Answer 66

“The Marriage of Figaro”, “Don Giovanni”, and “The Magic Flute”