Classical Concerto
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- Created on: 06-04-14 18:35
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- Classical Concerto
- Sonata
- 3 movements
- Exposition
- 2 contrasting themes (eg. high/low) are introduced in the opening sequence
- Development
- New harmonies or rhythms may be developed, and sequences, imitation, inversion and pedal notes may be introduced
- Recapitulation
- Themes from the exposition are repeated, sometimes with slight changes. Ornaments may also be added
- Coda ties up loose ends and finishes the piece
- Exposition
- Written for 1 or sometimes 2 instruments
- 3 movements
- Concerto
- For a soloist and orchestra
- Usually in 3 movements
- First movement
- Sonata form- brisk and purposeful
- Second movement
- Ternary/variation form- slower and song-like
- First movement
- Piano and violin concertos were most popular
- Symphony
- For an orchestra
- May include a choir as well
- Usually in 4 movements
- First movement
- Sonata form- brisk and purposeful
- Second movement
- Ternary or variation form- slower and song-like
- Third movement
- Minuet or scherzo- fairly fast and dance-like
- Fourth movement
- Rondo, variation or sonata form- fast and cheerful
- First movement
- Performances could last more than an hour
- For an orchestra
- Composers
- Haydn, Mozart and beethoven
- Sonata
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