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Purpose of Enlightenment
What was a primary purpose of the Enlightenment?
To promote social reform, universal education, and social equality.
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Characteristics of Galant Style
What does 'Galant' mean in the context of music?
It refers to manners and attitudes cultivated in court.
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Characteristics of Classical Music
What are some characteristics of Classical music?
Restrained and symmetrical.
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Key Figures: Voltaire, Rousseau, Montesquieu
Who were the key figures in the Enlightenment?
Voltaire, Rousseau, and Montesquieu.
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Notable Composers of the Classical Period
Name some notable composers of the Classical period.
Johann Sebastian Bach, Handel, Mozart.
Which piece is a listening sample of empfindsam style?
CPE Bach’s Sonata in A major, H186, Wq 55/4.
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Characteristics of Classical Music
What does the term 'Classical' refer to in music?
Art music of all periods, more narrowly for the style of the late 18th century.
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Key Figures: Voltaire, Rousseau, Montesquieu
How did Voltaire and Rousseau analyze social and political issues?
Using reason and science.
What characterizes the vocal melodies in empfindsam style?
Conceived melody in short phrases over spare accompaniment.
What are some characteristics of empfindsam style?
Surprising turns of harmony and chromaticism.
What is the purpose of empfindsam style?
To distinguish from baroque contrapuntal writing and learned style for church music.
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Characteristics of Galant Style
What are some characteristics of the Galant style?
Flirting, brave, elegant, and charmed.
What characteristics did Enlightenment thought reflect?
Realism, restraint, harmony, and order.
