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Dec 4, 2018 · Learn about the six musical periods from Medieval to 20th/21st Century and how they shaped classical music. Discover the key features, composers, and instruments of each period with examples and videos.
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Jul 31, 2023 · Explore the history of classical music from medieval to modern times with this comprehensive timeline of influential composers. Learn about their styles, genres, and contributions to the development of music.
Classical music generally refers to the art music of the Western world, considered to be distinct from Western folk music or popular music traditions. It is sometimes distinguished as Western classical music, as the term "classical music" can also be applied to non-Western art musics.
- c. 1730-1820
- c. 1400-1600
- c. 500-1400
Apr 13, 2024 · Learn about the six main periods of classical music history, from Medieval to 20th Century, with overviews, examples and key composers. Explore the distinctive sounds, features and developments of each era, and how they shaped the Western art music tradition.
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- Medieval Era. The Medieval era, also known as the Middle Ages. It is a period of music in European history spanning from the 5th century to the 15th century.
- Renaissance Era. The Renaissance is a period of European music history from the 14th to the 17th century. This era is best for its artistic and intellectual achievements.
- Baroque Era (1600-1750) The Baroque period spans from the late 16th century to the early 18th century. It is known for its elaborate and ornate artistic and musical styles.
- Classical Era (1750-1820) The classical era of music spanned from the mid-18th century to the early 19th century. It is known for its elegant and balanced artistic and musical styles.
Jan 6, 2022 · With centuries of history to consider, it can be easy to get in a bit of a twist when it comes to the various eras of Western classical music. Here’s a quick guide to the four main eras: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th Century and beyond.
Jun 7, 2021 · Each classical era has its own characteristics that distinguish it from classical music at large. The term “classical music" describes orchestral music, chamber music, choral music, and solo performance pieces, yet within this broad genre, several distinct periods exist.
