The forms commonly used by composers during the Classical pe…
The forms commonly used by composers during the Classical period (ternary, rondo, sonata–allegro, theme and variations) were limited to that time period. Subsequent composers found these musical structures too confining for their creativity.
Read DetailsThe most famous child prodigy in the history of music, as a…
The most famous child prodigy in the history of music, as a youth this composer traveled the breadth of Europe and was exposed to a wealth of musical traditions that as an adult he synthesized into a new, international style. As a result, he is widely regarded as the most universal composer in the history of Western music.
Read Details