classical features

Question 1

structure

Answer 1

• question and answer
• regular phrase structure

Question 2

texture

Answer 2

• homophonic
• alberti bass (broken chord / arpreggiated accompaniment)
• may move to a polyphonic texture

Question 3

rhythm

Answer 3

• often regular and flowing
• may have pauses
• can suddenly change from long note values to short note value

Question 4

articulation

Answer 4

• accented notes (e.g. Sforzando)
• occasional ornaments

Question 5

dynamics

Answer 5

• more contrasting than baroque
• gradual dynamic change (e.g. dimminuendo)

Question 6

melody

Answer 6

• major / minor
• melody is often symmetrical
• some use of pedaling

Question 7

key composers

Answer 7

• haydn
• mozart
• beethoven