Description: The Classical Period in music, roughly spanning from the mid-18th century to the early 19th century, was characterized by clarity, balance, and order in musical compositions. Key features include homophonic texture, clear tonal structures, and a focus on form and symmetry. Prominent composers of the Classical Period include Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Franz Joseph Haydn. The era saw the development of the symphony, sonata, and string quartet forms. The piano emerged as a significant solo instrument, and opera underwent changes in style and structure. Classical music from this period is often characterized by elegance, expressiveness, and adherence to well-defined musical forms. The emphasis on balance and proportion in compositions has left a lasting impact on the Western classical music tradition.
