Select one musical work of your own preference and style and compare it to a work from the Classical era of music. (Note: Be sure to complete your reading first. The Classical era is a specific time period. It does not refer to “Classics” from the 1960’s, or to “Classic Rock.”)
Describe each piece of music and include the following:
• The composition, composer, performer, and style
• Discussion of your understanding of the use of rhythm, melody, harmony, tonality, texture, and form in the piece
• Description of the inspiration for the work
• Description of what both musical works communicate to you in terms of mood
• Summary of the artistic influences that are evident in each musical piece