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A Classic Overview of Classical Music and its Cultural Impact

Delve into the world of Classical music, influenced by the Enlightenment era and Rococo style. Discover the essence of this timeless genre, its characteristics, and the influential figures of the time. Explore the philosophy, art, and defining features that shaped Classical music into something of the highest quality.

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A Classic Overview of Classical Music and its Cultural Impact

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  1. Chapter 15 Classicism and Classical Music Begins on page 132

  2. A Classic • “Something of highest quality”

  3. Cultural Setting • Centered in Vienna • Age of Enlightenment • Encyclopedias published • Interest in science • Architecture

  4. Four Leaders • Voltaire • Jean-Jacques Rousseau • Benjamin Franklin • Thomas Jefferson

  5. Rococo Style • Also called “galant style” • Highly decorative works • French • Couperin and Rameau

  6. Philosophy • Reason is way to truth • Universe is governed by permanent and universal laws • Intellect should control people’s activities

  7. Art • Subjects often of ancient Greece and Rome • Balanced design • “Cool,” detached quality

  8. Characteristics of Classical Music • Patronage • Borrowing of themes • Structured music

  9. Features of Classical Music • Melody • Texture • Harmony • Rhythm

  10. Features of Classical Music • Dynamic levels • Performance • Forms

  11. Summary • A Classic • Cultural Setting • Four Leaders • Rococo style • Philosophy • Art • Characteristics of Classical music • Features of Classical music

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