Classical Music

A: A style of early polyphony.

A serenade is a romantic song intended to woo or gain the approval of a potential lover. It's a kind of musical pick-up line. The word can refer to any song or piece of music that has the characteristics of such a song

The basso continuo was important to the Baroque era because it accompanied the melody line while filling in the harmony.

A classical accompaniment style based on triads.

In the stile antico, the text followed the music, whereas in the stile moderno, music followed the text.

• Oratorio

18th century comic opera.

Tyler - Cheater

Minimalist composers use repeating rhythms and harmonies that change gradually.

Wagner's conception of opera

• Doctrine of the Affections

The Florentine Camerata

basso continuo

violin