Western Music History

2. This composer was one of the most influential composers of all time, was influential in creating musical rules.
4. This instrument was created in the Classical period, and was able to play both loud and soft.
8. Prioritized during the Romantic era as the reason for art.
10. Music that was used for religious purposes.
11. This period in music lasted only about 70 years (1750-1820).
12. This composer was so influential that he helped to move popular trends in music from the Classical to the Romantic time period.
14. Child prodigy composer, who lived only until age 35.
15. Music that could include themes like love, celebration, and storytelling.

1. This performance ensemble was expanded during the Romantic period.
3. A type of choral music that included multiple parts sung like a round, and was often about love.
5. The time period that started around the fall of the Roman Empire.
6. A piece of technology that allowed books to be created faster and cheaper.
7. The type of plainchant that was the official music of the church.
9. This music type was created during the Baroque; combined theatre and music.
12. The time period that prioritized ornamentation and lots of fine detail.
13. A simple _________ was what many Classical composers wanted to achieve.