1. Chapter 12: The Symphony

2. Key Terms Symphony Symphony movement plan Sonata form Slow movement
Minuet form
Rondo form

3. The Symphony Outgrowth of public concerts
“Crowning achievement of Viennese Classical music”
Spurred growth of Classical orchestra and sonata form
Four movements with contrasting tempi, forms, themes, and moods
“pleasing variety”

4. Something to make you think
Symphony Movements
I. Opening movement
Moderate to fast tempo
Sonata form, optional slow introduction
Many moods possible: often serious, complex, substantial, impressive, dramatic
Emphasizes contrast and development
Something to make you think

5. Symphony Movements II. Slow movement Slow tempo
No standard form: may use sonata, variation, rondo, or other form
Often lyrical and songlike in character
A beautiful melody

6. Something to set your foot tapping
Symphony Movements
III. Minuet and Trio
Moderate tempo, triple meter
Minuet form (ternary)
Stylized dance
Usually aristocratic in mood
Something to set your foot tapping

7. A tune to whistle on your way out the door
Symphony Movements
IV. Closing movement
Fast to very fast in tempo
Sonata or rondo form favored
Light, tuneful, brilliant character
May borrow popular or folk tunes
Provides an exciting conclusion
A tune to whistle on your way out the door