classical period

when was the classic era

1750-1800

what does classic mean

having to do with qualities that last forever.

appealing to a wide range of people.

what was going on during the 18th century

profound social and political change

what famous thing happened during that time

the enlightenment

what was the enlightenment

age of reason. tries to prove "good". Favored reason over religion.

Basically, another renaissance

what changed in regards to performers and composers

they were able to make a living without the aristocrats.

Were rhythms complex or simple

simple because people wanted to be able to play it themselves.

What were the main genres of this period

secular.

what are 4 major things we talked about in this period

opera

symphony

string quartet

sonata

what is symphony

most important genre.

started as an intro piece to italian opera.

once it grew out of italy it became its own thing, separate from the opera.

what are the three short movements of a symphony

fast-slow-fast

Who were the big three composers

hayden

mozart

beethoven

what were the big three composers of

the symphony

mozart

prodigy

whats a solo concerto

solo intrument with full orchestra accompaniment.

what is a pianoforte

a piano

literally means soft loud

can control volume unlike harpsichord

uses hammers to make sounds.