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First, when something is called "Classical Music," it refers to a particular type of music that is frequently instrumental, played by a symphony orchestra, and much of it originated in Europe. The term "classical" is not a time, but rather, a style. This style of orchestral music, much of which was composed in the period from the 1600s through the early 1800s by such famous people as Bach, Beethoven, Handel, Mozart, and Chopin, is still very popular in Europe, especially with upper-class elites. The term "classical music" did not gain wide use till the mid-1800s, even though the music itself was being played throughout Europe and in North America as well. Today, there are a number of modern classical composers, and most major cities have their own symphony orchestra. (To this day, you may hear people refer to "the classics"-- and they may mean the works of the previously mentioned great composers.)
It should be noted that people of all socioeconomic backgrounds can be fans of classical music; in some European countries, classical music is appreciated by a wide audience. However, in countries like the United States, while there are certainly some dedicated fans, it is a comparatively small group. Most Americans know who the famous classical composers were, but there is a general preference for popular music, whether rock, country, rap, or other kinds of hit songs you hear on the radio, rather than symphonic works.
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What is the word for music designed for small audience and small venues in music?
Like in the classical times, a salon.
How long has classical music been in existence?
The period of classical music was approximately 2009-2007 but this is a specific type of 'classical' music. The earliest music written was in medieval times and soon after followed the baroque period from 1655 -1750. The umbrella term 'classical music' is understood to be anything that is not modern music, eg. pop, rock etc. This has been in existence since medieval times. Orchestral music came in during the baroque period with string instruments and the harpsichord. The piano was not invented until the middle of the 18th century bro.
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what is the difference between classical
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what is classical systamatics
What were the lifestyles of the classical era?
what are the lifestyle of classical era
How many events were included by classical times?
7
What age is located between the classical and modern times?
The Dark Ages
Did Renaissance art reflect the works of classical times?
It sure did. Renaissance art had lots of nudity. I like nudity so i like classical movies. They are great. What also is better is modern times. We have smartphones and stuff.
A major force in reviving the Classical style in early Medieval times was?
Charlemagne
Where did the oracle at Delphi sit?
Originally in a cave, in classical times the temple of Apollo.
What is the order in which the planets were discovered in?
First . . . Earth Tied for second . . . Venus, Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn Then, in order . . . Uranus Neptune Pluto . . . other dwarves Extra-solar planets
Describe the wars of Classical and Hellenistic Greece?
The wars of classical Hellenistic Greece were very intimate. They were hand to hand, bloody and brutal. At times, there was interference by the gods.
What has the author John Henry Middleton written?
John Henry Middleton has written: 'The engraved gems of classical times' -- subject(s): Gems, Classical antiquities
What makes Williams Faulkner's books classics?
if they be cool and old, they be classics. or if they be real hip and with da times, they be even more classical than classics or classical music.
How long did goddess live in the classical greek times?
They were ageless and immortal; so eternal.
Which Apple Iphone is Best?
4S is most classical and it opens a new times but 6s is the peakedness
Which language was mandatory for students in medieval times?
Latin - in its later medieval form as well as Classical Latin.
