Most of the music was written for voice or choir.

The piano replaces the harpsichord.

The orchestra grows to its biggest size.

The music is expressive and dramatic, often portraying emotions.

Aaron Copland and John Cage are composers from this era.

The harpsichord is exclusive to this period.

The music has a simpler sound and an attractive melody is important.

Unusual rhythms and sounds were explored (e.g. the prepared piano).

The sackbut and viols featured in this era.

Handel, Bach and Vivaldi are key composers in this period.

Mozart, probably the world's most famous composer, is from this period.

Beethoven and Tchaikovsky are composers from this era.