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- 1. MUSIC OF THE CLASSICALPERIOD MUSIC (Grade 9) 2nd Quarter
- 2. MUSIC OF TH E CLASSICAL PERIOD (1750-1820) ⮚ The classical era, also called “Age of Reason”, is the period from 1750-1820. The cultural life was dominated by the aristocracy, as patrons of musicians and artists who generally influenced the arts. Significant changes in musical forms and styles were made. ⮚ The term “classical” denotes conformity with the principles and characteristics of ancient Greece and Roman literature and art which were formal, elegant, simple, freed and dignified. ⮚ Harmony and texture is homophonic in general.
- 3. VOCAL a nd INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
- 4. A multi-movement workfor solo instrument, Sonata came from the word “Sonare” which means to make a sound. This term is applied to a variety of works for a solo instrument such as keyboard or violin. There are three movements in a Sonata: Allegro ⮚ 1st Movement: – fast movement ⮚ 2nd Movement: Slow tempo: (Andante, Largo, etc.), mostly lyrical and emotional. ⮚ 3rd Movement: Minuet: It is in three-four time and in a moderate or fast tempo. SONATA
- 5. The most importantform that developed during the classical era consists of 3 distinct sections: 1. Exposition - the first part of a composition in sonata form that introduces the theme. 2. Development is the middle part of the sonata- allegro form wherein themes are being developed 3. Recapitulation - repeats the theme as they first emerge in the opening exposition F o r m
- 6. Concerto is amulti-movement work designed for an instrumental soloist and orchestra. A concerto has three movements: Fast ⮚ 1st Movement: - Sonata-allegro form with expositions of the orchestra and then by the soloist. Slow ⮚ 2nd Movement: - Has more ornamentation than the First movement. Fast ⮚ 3rd Movement: - Finale: usually in a form of rondo, resembling the last movement of the symphony and usually a short cadenza is used. CONCERTO
- 7. A multi-movement workfor orchestra, the symphony is derived from the word “Sinfonia” which literally means “a harmonious sounding together”. It is a classical music for the whole orchestra. It generally in four movements: Fast ⮚ 1st Movement: - Sonata-allegro form Slow ⮚ 2nd Movement: - gentle, lyrical – typical ABA form or theme and variation Medium/Fast ⮚ 3rd Movement: - uses a dance form (Minuet or scherzo) ⮚ 4th Movement: Fast - typically, Rondo or Sonata form SYMPHONY
- 8. Opera is adrama set to music where singers and musicians perform in a theatrical setting. It has two distinct styles: Opera Seria 1. The (serious opera) usually implies heroic or tragic drama that employs mythological characters, which was inherited from the Baroque period. Opera Buffa 2. The (comic opera) from Italy made use of everyday characters and situations, and typically employed spoken dialogues, lengthy arias and was spiced with sight gags, naughty humor and social satire. CLASSICAL OPERA
- 9. Singspiel - Anopera based on a serious plot that usually revolves around mythological beings such as gods and goddesses. Aria - A separate song, usually for one voice. Recitative - Is the style of delivery in which a singer can adopt the rhythms and delivery of the ordinary speech. Bel Canto - This Italian phrase means “beautiful singing”. Grand Opera Music Drama – A spectacular opera. - A style of opera that is created by a single artist who writes both the text and the music and to advance the drama. Alberti Bass - A special type of broken chord accompaniment where the chord is played in this order: lowest note - highest note - middle note – highest note then repeats the pattern. Other i m p o r t a n t t e r m s
- 10. COMPOSERS OF T HE CLASSICAL PERIOD
- 11. FRANZ JOSPEH HAYDN ■He is one of the most prominent composers of the classical period. His life is described as a “rags-to-riches” story. He came from a poor family and his music led to his rise in social status. ■ He was named, “Father of the Symphony” ■ Most of his symphonies have nicknames such as the “Surprise Symphony”, “The Clock”, “The Military”.
- 12. WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART ■Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a child prodigy and the most amazing genius in musical history. He experimented in all kinds of music and composed over 700 works. Unfortunately, due to mismanaged finances he lived his life in poverty. ■ He composed wonderful concertos, symphonies and opera such as “The Marriage of Figaro”, “Don Giovanni”, and “The Magic Flute” which became popular. Other known works: “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik”, “Symphony No. 40 in G Major”, and “Sonata No. 11 in A Major K311.”
- 13. LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN ■He was the composer who bridged the late Classical era and the early Romantic era. He was a talented pianist and composer. ■ He began to go deaf in 1796 but this did not become a hindrance. He continued composing through the help of an assistant and hearing gadget. Some of his famous compositions were made when he was deaf. ■ His works include: ■ Famous symphonies are: Symphony No. 3 (Eroica), No. 5, No. 6 (Pastoral), No. 9 (Choral). ■ Other famous works: ✔ Piano Sonata no 14 in c sharp minor (Moonlight) 1st movement ✔ Piano Concerto no. 5 “Emperor” in E flat major ✔ Symphon"y No. 5, Op. 67, C Minor ✔ “Fur Elise”
- 14. Works of Haydn,Mozart and Beethoven are still popular today. Their compositions are now commonly used as music to animated series of popular cartoon companies such as Looney Toons, Warner Brothers, 20th Century Fox, Pixar, etc. Here are some examples, watch and listen to these videos… D i d y o u k n o w ?
- 15. P i an o S o n a t a No 11 i n A m a j o r (Rondo) 3rd m o v e m e n t Used i n T o m a n d J e r r y
- 16. P i an o S o n a t a n o 14 i n C # m (Moonlight) 1st m o v e m e n t Used i n T h e R i n g
- 17. S y mp h o n y No. 5 Used i n Popeye
- 18. F u rElise Used i n Little E i n s t e i n
- 19. E i ne K l e i n e N a c h t m u s i k Used i n Mr. B e a n
- 20. Music of theClassical Era is usually associated with the nobility. During that time most of the members of the nobility would financially support the musicians. Music was played in the courts which make the music of the classical era more familiar to the nobility than the lower classes. This association of the rich and Classical music is still being experienced in some parts of the world. However, with the dawn of radio and TV, classical music may now be experienced by the masses. Generalization
- 21. T h an k y o u for l is t e n in g ! See y o u i n o u r n e x t lesson!