How did the concerto change from the Baroque era to the Classical period?
A. The introduction of the saxophone made it the most popular solo concerto instrument.
B. The concerto grosso was expanded to include a larger concertino.
C. The tutti was removed, leaving the concertino to perform as a small chamber ensemble.
D. There was an emphasis on virtuosity inspiring a switch from the concerto grosso to the solo concerto.
E. The concerto became an obsolete genre.
Answer (2)
The concerto evolved from the concerto grosso of the Baroque era to the solo concerto of the Classical period, emphasizing virtuosic performance by individual soloists. Structural changes and the introduction of sonata form marked this transition. Composers like Mozart and Haydn played a crucial role in this evolution. ;
The concerto transitioned from the concerto grosso of the Baroque era to the solo concerto in the Classical period, highlighting individual virtuosity and introducing structural changes. Composers like Mozart and Haydn played pivotal roles in this evolution. This shift emphasized the performance skills of soloists rather than the group dynamic of the earlier concerto form.
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