The Classical

1750-1820

- Late 18th century
- The second half of the 18th century
- Early 19th century



The Instrument
1. The orchestra was developed and the woodwind family became more established
2. Piano - Though invented in 1709, it is in the Classical period that it gained acceptance. It gradually replaced the harpsichord as the main keyboard media and concertos were written for it .

STRING              - Violin
                            - Viola
                            - Cello
                            - Double Bass

WOODWIND     - 1 or 2 Flutes
                            - 2 Oboes
                            - 2 Clarinets
                            - 2 Bassoons

BRASS                - 2 Trumpets
                            - 2 Horns
                            - Trombone

PERCUSSION    - Timpani


The Form
1. Musical forms were developed and established in the Classical period.
    Sonata Form - This is a basic instrumental form in three or four movements. It is used by solo sonatas, symphonies, concertos and chamber music with certian changes
2. The following are works using the sonata form .
    Sonata
    Symphony
    Concerto
    String Quartet

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