Characteristics+of+the+classical+period+-+Jamie

Contrast - In the classical period music usually had contrast to moods. It gradually or suddenly changes. A piece of classical music will also express the theme and ideas of the composition.

Rhythm - Classical compositions have a great deal of rhythmic patterns. It is very defined and regular.

Texture - One melody line that has an accompaniment made up of using note of a chord, or a texture that has all parts that keep in step with each other. This is often known as chordal style.

Melodies - It is short, defined musical phrases with two or more contrasting themes.

Dynamics - A range of dynamics using crescendos and diminuendos. Haydn - Jamie