The Classical Era (Music)

When was the Classical era?

• 1600-1750

• 1750-1810

• 1810-1900

• 1900-2000

Which of these composers is from the Classical era?

• Bach

• Tchaikovsky

• Vivaldi

• Mozart

Which two instruments were first invented in the Classical era?

• Clarinet and Piano

• Harpsichord and Flute

• Violin and Cello

• Piano and Flute

Why did the piano become more popular than the harpsichord?

• It could be moved around more easily

• It looked fancier

• You could play quicker on it

• It could play both softly and loudly

Which family of instruments was particularly popular in the Classical era?

• Brass

• Woodwind

• Percussion

• Strings

How big was the orchestra during the Classical era?

• Small

• Only solos

• Massive

• Quartet

What were the dynamics like in the Classical era?

• Sudden changes only (Terraced)

• Only quiet

• Only loud

• Gradual changes (Crescendo/Diminuendo)

What does "crescendo" mean?

• Getting slower

• Getting faster

• Getting louder

• Getting quieter

What sort of texture did most Classical era pieces have?

• Monophonic (Solo)

• Polyphonic (Lots of different things at once!)

• Melody and Accompaniment (Homophonic)

• Chords

What sort of harmonies are you most likely to have in the Classical Era?

• Very complex chords

• Dissonant

• 7th chords only

• Simple chords - I, IV and V mostly