Classical Music

A composition written on which date would most likely be written in Classical style?

1759

In which musical elements do we see the Classical characteristics of balance and/or order? Melody Form Rhythm Harmony

All of the above

With the downplay of emotion in Classical music, music from this period doesn't usually exhibit the traits necessary for enduring quality.

False

Which dynamic style was most favored in the Classical period?

Gradual dynamics

What trait could you find in Renaissance music that you would not find in Classical music?

Polyphony Mainly sacred

Choose the main instrument sections represented in a Classical orchestra. Woodwinds Trombones Strings Keyboards Brass Percussion

Woodwinds Strings Brass Percussion

The Alberti bass is a type of ____ played in a broken triad pattern of root-5th-3rd-5th.

accompaniment