Baroque Vs. Classical Music

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The paper examines differences in the Baroque and the Classical music styles. The paper looks at the melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, form and dynamics of both styles. The paper discusses the Sonata Allegro form and what types of works commonly use this form. The paper discusses the music of Mozart and relates that he is often seen as a bridge between the Baroque and the Classical eras.

From the Paper:

"In contrast to Classical music, Baroque music primarily tries to create a feeling of continuity rather than tell a story through a developing, evolving, or shifting use of melody. In Baroque pieces, the opening melody will be heard over and over again in the course of the piece. Many Baroque melodies are quite ornamental and elaborate while Classical melodies are much less adorned, and much easier to play and to remember ("Characteristics of Baroque Music," Thinkquest.org, 2007; "Characteristics of Baroque Music," Thinkquest.org, 2007). This greater simplicity allowed Classical composers to play with the use melody more within the different movements of the piece."

Sample of Sources Used:

• "Characteristics of Baroque Music." Library.thinquest.org. 2007. 26 Mar 2007.http://library.thinkquest.org/27927/Baroque_Characteristics.htm
• "Characteristics of Classical Music." Library.thinquest.org. 2007. 26 Mar 2007.http://library.thinkquest.org/27927/Classical_characteristics.htm
• Forss, Marcus. "Mozart: A Modern/Classical Composer." Mozart Forums. 2007. 26 Mar 2007.http://www.mozartforum.com/Lore/article.php?id=105
• "Musopen: Music History Baroque." Musopen. 2007. 26 Mar 2007.http://www.musopen.com/learn/history/baroque.html
• "Sonata-Allegro Form." Mr. E's Music Classroom. Musickit. 2007. 26 Mar 2007.http://www.musickit.com/resources/son-allegro.html

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