Department of Education

MUSIC 9
Music of the Classical Period
Second Quarter - Module 2
CLASSICAL COMPOSERS AND COMPOSITIONS

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
appreciate the Music of the Classical Period. The scope of this module permits
it to be used in many different learning situations.
After going through this module, you are expected to:
1. Explains the performance practice (setting, composition, role or
composers/performers and audience) during the Classical
2. Performs selected music from the Classical Period
3. Evaluates music and music performances using guided rubrics

Directions: Encircle the letter of the best answer

1. He was named as “Father of the Symphony”although he excelled in
every music genre of the period.
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. JS Bach D. WA Mozart
2. A composer who bridged the late Classical era and the early Romantic
era
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. JS Bach D. WA Mozart
C.
3. He is known as a child prodigy and the most amazing genius in musical
history.
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. GP Palestrina D. WA Mozart
4.A composer who became deaf in 1796 but this did not become a
hindrance.
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. GP Palestrina D. WA Mozart

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 5. He wrote chamber piano music, choral works and the “ Surprise
Symphony”.
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. JF Handel D. . WA Mozart
6. His life is described as a “rags-to-riches” story among the classical
composer .
A. A Vivaldi C. LV Beethoven
B. FJ Haydn D. WA Mozart
7. The composer of The opera“ Marriage of Figaro” (1786) and “The Magic
Flute” which became popular.
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. JF Handel D. WA Mozart
8. He is known for this “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Symphony No. 40 in
major.
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. GP Palestrina D. WA Mozart
9. He composed “Missa Solemnis” (1818-1823) and opera “Fidelio” (1805).
A. GP Palestrina C. LV Beethoven
B. JS Bach D. WA Mozart
10. He was the composer of the Symphony No. 3 (Eroica), and No. 9
(Choral).
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. JF Handel D. WA Mozart
11. He is called the father of String Quartet during the Classical Period " because
of his important contribution to this musical form.
A. FJ Haydn C. LV Beethoven
B. JF Handel D. WA Mozart
12.

Last quarter, you have learned about Classical Period and Its Characteristics and
Forms of Music. Take a review of the past lessons by answering this activity.
Direction: Identify the missing letters inside the box

1. The term “Age of Reason refers to the period from 1750-1820 in

western history of music.
C S L

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 2. A drama set to music where singers and musicians perform in a
theatrical setting
O A
S Y
3. A multi-movement work for orchestra, the symphony is derived from the
word “Sinfonia”

4. A comic opera from Italy made use of everyday characters and

situations, and typically employed spoken dialogues
O B
5. A term is applied to a variety of works for a solo instrument such as
keyboard or violin
N A

Composers of the Classical Period and Musical Compositions

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Directions: Write the Title of Composition below that relates to the specific
composer
Symphony No. 3 Eroica,
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik ,
Symhony No. 6 Pastoral,
The Marriage of Figaro,
Surprise Symphony,
Don Giovanni,
The Clock ,
The Magic Flute,
The Military,
Fidelio
JF Hayden WA Mozart LV Beethoven
1. 4. 8.
2. 5. 9.
3. 6. 10.
7.

The great composers of the period were: Franz Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart,
and Ludwig Van Beethoven.

Guide Questions:

1. Identify the famous composers of the classical period?

2. Can you name at least four music compositions of WA Mozart?
4. Can you name at least threemusic symphonies of JF Hayden?
4. Can you name at least four music works of LV Beethoven?
5. Can you compare life of Mozart from JF Hayden?
6. What was the reason why WA Mozart is in misery in the later part of his life?
7. What values in life that you must hold on when you have bountiful blessing in your hand?

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Directions:
● Research at google.com and youtube.com
● Write in bullet form the information about the composer
● Choose (1) Classical Composer
● Write the short info about the chosen composer
● Encode the title of the composition at youtube.com
● Watch and listen to the music performance for the purpose of
exposure to classical music

Music Survey Sheet # 1

Composer: _________________________________
Nationality_________________________

a. Short family background

b. Training and significant experiences as musicians

c. Significant events or failure in their professions as musicians

d. List down three music compositions that he is known for

e. In your own opinion list down two good character traits of the
composer

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Directions: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1.The Classical period established the basis and standardization of modern
orchestration and instrumentation.
A. counterpoint C. harmony
B. dynamics. D. orchestration
2. The term that denotes conformity with the principles and characteristics of
ancient Greece and Roman literature and art which were formal, elegant, simple,
freed and dignified.
A. continuity C. advent of the piano
B. classical D. melodic phrase
3.It replace the long lines, figurations and ornamentations styles of Baroque
polyphony.
A. dynamics C .melodic style
B. orchestration D. musical style
4. These were more regular, shorter and clearer than those of the Baroque period.
A. Forms C. Musical phrases
B. Harmonic phrase D. Music Style
5. Europe began to move toward a new style in architecture, literature, and the
arts, known as ________________.
A. Concerto C. Orchestration
B. Classicism D. Revolution
6. The term classical refers to the period that extends roughly from _________.
A. 1750 - 1820 C. 1750 -1840
B. 1750 - 1830 D. 1750-1863
7. It is also called as the “ Age of Reason”.
A. Baroque Period C. Medieval Period
B. Classical Period D. Renaissance Period
8. What century does Europe began to move toward a new style in architecture,
literature, and the arts.
A. 16th century C.18th century
B. 17th century D. 19th century
9. It became more preferred than the polyphonic style (many voices) of the
previous era.
A.. Counterpoint C. homophonic style
B. classic style D monophonic style
10. During the Classical period the cultural life was dominated by the aristocracy
as:
A. choir and dancers C. singers and performers
B. trio and string quartet D. patron of musicians and artists

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11. An enormous increase in the production of all kinds of music in the Classical
period.
A. advent of the piano C. musical output
B. classical music D. musical phrases
12. During Classical period the importance was given to instrumental music.
What are these instrumental music?
A. Allegro,symphony,solo music C. Allegro,solo music trio,string
quartet
B. development, movement, recapitulation D. sonata, trio, string quartet,
symphony, concerto
13. The important historical events that occurred in the West during this era
were_________________.
A. American and Japanese War C. French Revolution and Chinese
War
B. Chinese Revolution and American War D. French Revolution and the
Napoleonic War
14. The piano began to make progress as a music medium and replaced the older
keyboard.
A. advent of the piano C.piano history
B. musical output D.transition
15.The considerable effects of loud and soft in the works of the Classical masters
as expressed in the crescendos and decrescendos or diminuendos in the
performance of works.
A. dynamics C. melody
B. harmony D. tone color

References
https://www.rpfuller.com/gcse/music/classical.html
https://courses.lumenlearning.com/musicappreciation_with_theory/chapter/re
view-of-classical-era-music/
https://images.sharefaith.com/images/3/
https://www.google.com/search?q=arrangements+classical+musical+instrume
nts+images
Solis Ronald V., Lacia Gerardo C., Fabella Mark G. Ed.D.,Callo Lualhati
Fernando, Dela Cruz Aileen C, Lacia Ferdilyn C. The 21st MAPEH in ACTION
Learners Materials for Music and Arts

ANSWER KEY

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Lesson
2 FORMS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC

Directions: Encircle the letter of the best answer

1. A musical work with different movements for an instrumental soloist and
orchestra.
A. Concerto C. Sonata
B. Rondo D. Symphony
2. A section of the sonata allegro form where the themes are introduced.
A. Development C. Recapitulation
B. Exposition D. Theme and Variation
3. The general texture of Classical Music.
A. Heterophonic C. Monophonic
B. Homophonic D. Polyphonic
4. The term for serious opera
A. Opera C. Opera Buffa
B. Concerto D. Opera Seria

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 5. The most important form that was developed during the Classical Era and
usually the form of the first movement of a sonata or symphony.
A.Minuet C. Sonata Allegro
B. Rondo D. Symphony
6. It repeats the themes as they first emerged in the opening exposition
A. Development C. Recapitulation
B. Exposition D. Symphony
7. A musical composition designed to be played by the full orchestra
A.Cantata C. Sonata
B. Concerto D. Symphony
8. The term for Italian opera.
A. Opera C. Opera Buffa
B. Concerto D. Opera Seria
9. It is a multi-movement work for solo instrument
A.Cantata C. Sonata
B. Concerto D. Symphony
10. How many movements are there in a Concerto?
A. Four C. Three
B. Five D. Two
1. The term sinfonia means________________.
A. Dynamics C. melody
B. Harmonious sounding together D. texture
2. What is the correct arrangement of the three sections of a Sonata-Allegro
form?
A. Development-Exposition-Recapitulation C.
Recapitulation-Development-Exposition
B. Exposition-Development-Recapitulation D.
Recapitulation-Development-Exposition
3. How many movements are there in a symphony?
A. Four C. Three
B. Five D. Two
4. Which among the choices is a distinct style of Classical opera?
A. Buffa C. Theatrical
B. Musical D. Cantata
5. What is the correct order of the movements of a Sonata?
A. Allegro-Andante-MinuetC. Allegro-Minuet-Andante
B. Andante-Allegro-MinuetD. Minuet-Allegro-Andante

In the past lesson , you have learned about the

Classical Period and the Characteristics of Its
Music. . Take a review of the past lessons by
answering this activity.
Write the word being described in each number. Choose from the choices inside the
box.

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________________1. It is a style of broken chord accompaniment.
________________2. Classical Period
________________3. Loudness or softness, which are clearly shown in the Classical
Period.
________________4. Emphasizing light elegance in place of the baroque’s dignified
seriousness and impressive grandeur
________________5. Classical Period is also called this way.

Music Forms of the Classical Period

INSTRUMENTAL FORMS
1. SONATA- a multi-movement work for 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.
1st Movement: Allegro – 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 ALLEGRO FORM
 The most important form that developed during the classical era consists of
3 distinct sections: Exposition, Development and Recapitulation.
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
Concerto
CONCERTO
 is a multi-movement work designed for an instrumental soloist and
orchestra.
 It is a classical form of music intended primarily to emphasize the
individuality of the solo instrument and to exhibit the virtuosity and interpretative
abilities of the performer.
 The solo instruments in classical concertos include violin, cello, clarinet,
bassoon, trumpet, horn and piano.
 A concerto has three movements: fast, slow, and fast.

3 movements:
1st Movement: Fast: Sonata-allegro form with expositions of the orchestra and then
by the soloist.
2nd Movement: Slow: Has more ornamentation than the First movement.
3rd Movement: Fast: Finale: usually in a form of rondo, resembling the last
movement of the symphony and usually a short cadenza is used.

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SYMPHONY
 A multi-movement work for 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, generally in four movements.
4 movements of the symphony:
1st Movement: Fast: Sonata-allegro form
2nd Movement: Slow : gentle, lyrical – typical ABA form or
theme and variation
3rd Movement: Medium/Fast: uses a dance form (Minuet or scherzo)
4th Movement: Fast: typically Rondo or Sonata form
VOCAL FORMS
OPERA
 a drama set to music where singers and musicians perform in
a theatrical setting. The two distinct styles of opera,
1. OPERA SERIA
2. OPERA BUFFA
OPERA SERIA
 The Opera Seria (serious opera) usually implies heroic or tragic drama that
employs mythological characters, which was inherited from the Baroque period.
“Idomeneo” by Mozart is an example of Opera Seria
OPERA BUFFA
 The Opera Buffa (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.
“The Marriage of Figaro”, “Don Giovanni”, and “The Magic Flute” are examples of
popular Opera Buffa by Mozart.

Directions: Matching Type. Write the letter of your answer in the space provided
before each number.

Set A Set B
___1.Development A. A multi-movement work for solo instrument.
B. A drama set to music where singers and
___2.Opera Buffa musicians
perform in a theatrical setting
___3. Sonata C. It repeats the theme as they first emerge in the
opening exposition of the Sonata Allegro form.

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___4.Opera D. It’s usually implies heroic or tragic drama that
employs mythological characters
___5. Opera Seria E. It the middle part of the sonata-allegro form
wherein themes are being developed
___6.Recapitulation F. An opera which made use of everyday characters
and situations, and typically employed spoken
dialogues
___7.Concerto
G. A multi-movement work for orchestra, It is
derived
___8. Classical from the word “Sinfonia”
H. The first part of a composition in sonata form
___9. Exposition that
introduces the theme.
___10. Symphony I. A multi-movement work designed for an
instrumentalsoloist and orchestra.
J. A period which is also called the “ Age of Reason”

Which is Which?
Classical Period has many forms of music. It is divided into Instrumental and
Vocal. These are:
_____________________1. ( sonata, sonata-allegro) which means a multi-movement
work for solo instrument,2. _________________(concerto, symphony) a
multi-movement work designed for an instrumental soloist and orchestra.
______________________3. (sonata-allegro, concerto) the most important form that
developed during the classical era consists of 3 distinct sections.
_______________________4. (symphony, sonata) a multi-movement work for
orchestra and ____________________5. (opera, cantata) a drama set to music where
singers and musicians perform in a theatrical setting

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Directions: Encircle the letter of the best answer

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