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CLASSICISM - Coggle Diagram
CLASSICISM
THE CLASSICISM
18th century : The Enlightenment
Its consist on the use of reason to change society, and defend humans rights, (liberty and equality)
SOCIAL CONTEXT
Burgeoisie: Has an important role in society. They are artisans, bankers, traders… They have economical power and want to get social an political rights
-Industrial Revolution: new sources of energy (coal) and machinery was used in agriculture and transport
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MUSIC
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Music is balanced, clear and bright
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Burgeoisie has access to music: they study music, buy instruments, attend concerts…
Importance of secular music, due to the anticlerical ideals
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VOCAL MUSIC
Opera:
Opera seria: about mythological or historical plots ( Don Giovanni, by Mozart)
Opera buffa: about comedy or romance, everyday situations (The magic flute, by mozart)
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INSTRUMENTAL FORMS
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Chamber ensembles: trio, quartet, quintet,... they play in private houses for nobility and bourgeoisie
IMPOPRTANT MUSICIANS
HAYDN (1732-1809)
Simfonia de la sorpresa,
The surprise Symphony
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