Terms
Recitativo secco
Speech liek declaratory style of singing. Supported by only continuo
Classicism
Refers to culture of Rome and Greece in late 18th century. Adheres to principles of symmetry, balance, and proportions.
Double exposition
Orchestra exposition introduces principle themes and establishes the Tonic key.
Rondo form
Abaca
Haydn
Known as father of classical symphony. Dramatic elements. Humorous or whimsical nature. Often used monothematic expositions
Recitativo accompagnato
A speech like declamory style of singing. supported by instrumental ensemble or orchestra
Sonata cycle
Multi movement structure that emerged in classical era.
Cadenza
Solo passage found in concertos and arias and displays the virtuosity of soloist(S)
Chamber music
Music for A small ensemble. One player per part, 2 to 10 players.
Mozart
Expplored, advanced, and developed virtually all classical genres. Opera was central to his career. Opera seria, opera buffa, and singspiel.
Strum und drang
Literary movement that characterized works containing A high level of emotions and the artistic aim was to frighten, shock, or otherwise overwhelm the reader with emotion.
Sonata form
Formal structure often used in first movement of sonata cycle. Consists of exposition, development, and recapitulation.
Opera buffa
Italian comic opera. Sung throughout with no spoken dialogue
String quartet
Most popular chamber ensemble of classical era
Beethoven
Mannheim school
Known for high level of performance and innovative orchestra techniqueS. Known for precision in performance, wide dynamic ranges, and dramatic effects.
Oratorio
Large scale work for soloists, chorus and orchestra
Trouser role
Male character performed by a soprano, mezzo soprano, or contralto
Viennese school
Vienna, Austria was a leading cosmopolitan center in late 18th century. Vienna attracted the leading artists, Architects, writers, and musicians of the day. three great composer, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven.
monothematic exposition
In sonata form the second theme Is a transposed version of the the first theme.
Terzetto
Musical number for three voices.
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Symphony no. 104 (“London”)
Piano sonata in c minor
Piano concerto in g major
string quartet no. 14 in C sharp minor