Music of the Classical

Period
What is a Classical Music
• The term Classical refers to
the period that extends
roughly from 1750-1820 .
• Classical music may be
described s having contrast
in moods .
• Classical compositions
have various rhythmic
patterns .
Classical composers

Who is Franz Joseph Haydn

• Austrian music composer ,
composer of 106 symphonies
• At age 8 he renders
performances in the choir at st.
stephen’s cathedral located in
vienna,austria.
 Who is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Known as very talented
musician who can play different
instruments .
• Mozart appeared in public as a
keyboard performer- 1761
 Who is Ludwig van Beethoven
• He was known as a pianist , a
composer and a music
innovator .
• He widened the scope of the
following music
forms:sonata ,symphony ,conce
rto and quartet
• He came out with new ways for
combining vocals and
instruments
 THE HEAVENS ARE TELLING
The following are music elements of The Heavens are telling

Harmony Soprano ,alto , tenor , base soloists

Rhythm 4 quarter or 4/4 time signature

Dynamics Forte or loud and mezzo forte of moderately loud
tempo Allegro or fast , quick ,bright