9 Department of Education

National Capital Region

SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE
MARIKINA CITY

Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health

MUSIC
Second Quarter – Module 1:
Classical Music

Writer: Judith J. Hermida

Cover Illustrator: John Orville Munar

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 What I Need to Know

Good day dear students, I hope you had an enjoyable and exciting experience with your music
lesson in the first quarter. I believe you were able to distinguish and recognize the development of music
from the Medieval period up to the Baroque period through the music examples that your teacher asked
you to listen to.

For this quarter, you will continue your journey through time and explore on a new type of music.
You will hear and recognize some familiar music and realize that these melodies are compositions created
by famous composers from long ago but are still played and used at present. These are the Music of the
Classical Period.

In this module you are expected to:

1. describes musical elements of given Classical period pieces; MU9CL-IIa-f-1

2. explains the performance practice (setting, composition, role of composers/performers, and audience)
during Classical Period MU9CL-IIa-f-3
3. relates Classical music to other art forms and its history within the era; MU9CL-IIa-f-2

What I Know
Pre-Assessment
Multiple Choice: Read each item carefully. Answer the following questions by choosing the best answer
from the choices given.
1. A musical work with different movements for an instrumental soloist and orchestra
A. opera B. sonata C. concerto D. symphony
2. A section of the sonata allegro form where the themes are introduced
A. sonata B. exposition C. development D. recapitulation
3. The general texture of classical music
A. heterophonic B. monophonic C. homophonic D. polyphonic
4. The term for serious opera
A. pera seria B. opera buffa C. grand opera D. Bel Canto
5. A classical period composer known as the “Father of Symphony”
A. George Frederic Handel C. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
B. Franz Joseph Haydn D. Ludwig Van Beethoven
6. It repeats the themes as they first emerged in the opening exposition
A. sonata B. exposition C. development D. recapitulation
7. It is called the “Age of Reason”
A. Medieval B. Romantic C. Classical D. Renaissance
8. It is a multi-movement for solo instrument
A. opera B. sonata C. concerto D. symphony
9. The term for comic opera
A. opera seria B. opera buffa C. grand opera D. Bel Canto
10. It is the style of broken chord accompaniment
A. triad B. glissando C. Alberti bass D. drone

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11. A musical composition designed to be played by the full orchestra
A. opera B. sonata C. concerto D. symphony
12. The most important form that was developed during the classical era and was usually the form of the
first movement of a sonata or a symphony
A. sonata-allegro B. opera seria C. sonata-adagio D. sinfonia
13. A composer who has been known to compose beautiful music even if he is already deaf.
A. George Frederic Handel C. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
B. Franz Joseph Haydn D. Ludwig Van Beethoven
14. Which of the following characteristics describe classical music
A. simple yet elegant B. extravagant C. emotional D. acapella
15. The classical composer who is considered as the most amazing genius in musical history
A. George Frederic Handel C. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
B. Franz Joseph Haydn D. Ludwig Van Beethoven

What’s In
You have learned about the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music from the previous module. You
were able to recognize the musical characteristics from the different periods through listening and
analyzing their musical elements. Now, I want you to recall the characteristics of Baroque music and
compare it to the new kind of music. Write your answer on the chart below
1. Baroque Music: Hallelujah Chorus https://youtu.be/IUZEtVbJT5c
2. New Music: Symphony No.40 in G minor https://youtu.be/l45DAuXYSIs
Elements of Music Hallelujah Chorus Symphony No.40 in G minor
___ Vocal ___ Vocal
Timbre
___head voice/falsetto ___head voice/falsetto
___ chest voice ___ chest voice
___ guttural ___ guttural
___ Instrumental
___ Instrumental
___narrow ___narrow
Melody
___moderate ___moderate
___wide ___wide
___ free meter ___ free meter
Meter
___duple ___duple
___ triple ___ triple
___Quadruple ___Quadruple
___monophonic ___monophonic
Texture
___homophonic ___homophonic
___polyphonic ___polyphonic
Guide Questions
1. What similarities and differences did you observe between the two music?
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2. Which music is more appealing to you? Why?
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 What’s New
Activity 1: Give Me A Name

I want you to look at the following pictures. Try to analyze and think of a word that would describe
them.

1. Fashion (Tuxedo/Coat and Tie)

2. Filipino Food (Adobo)

3. Singer (Frank Sinatra)

Were you able to guess the word? Here is another clue. Unlock the word by getting the first letter of
what is being defined in each number.
1. 2. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

1. A way of singing where a singer recites something in a monotonous repetitive tone

2. The instrument used to accompany a Troubadour music during the medieval period
3. It means singing without accompaniment
4. The highest female voice
5. It is the fifth note of the scale
6. A characteristic of Renaissance music where melodies are sung by repetition
7. A composition for solo instrument accompanied by an orchestra
8. A part of Latin mass which means “Lamb of God”
9. The language used in Gregorian Chant

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 What is It

Classical Period
1750 -1820

The Classical Era, also called “Age of Reason”, is the period from 1750-1820 between Baroque
and Romantic periods. The cultural life was dominated by the aristocracy, who, as patrons of musicians and
artists, generally influenced the arts. Significant changes in musical forms and styles were made.
In the middle of the 18th century, Europe began to move toward a new style in architecture,
literature, and the arts, known as Classicism. It was also pushed forward by changes in the economic order
and in social structure. Classical music was patronized primarily by the nobility.
Important historical events that occurred in the West during this era were the French Revolution,
Napoleonic Wars, the American Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the American Revolution.
The term “Classical denotes conformity with the principles and characteristics of ancient Greece
and Roman literature which were formal, elegant, simple and dignified. The same characteristics may also
describe the melodies of classical music. Texture is generally homophonic. The use of crescendo and
decrescendo, augmented the forte and piano dynamics. A style of broken chord accompaniment called the
Alberti Bass was practiced
The great composers of the period were: Franz Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and
Ludwig Van Beethoven. Sonata, Concerto, and Symphony are the instrumental forms developed during this
era while vocal forms included Opera Seria and Opera Buffa

MUSICAL FORMS
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

SONATA - A multi-movement work for solo instrument, Sonata came from the word “Sonare” which
means to make a sound. This term is applied to a variety of works for a solo instrument such as keyboard
or violin.

Example: Mozart’s Piano Sonata No. 16 in C Major, K 545 (First Movement)

https://youtu.be/qjk-YRuQZDE

Sonata Allegro Form - The most important form that developed during the classical era. A
sonata-allegro movement is divided into sections. Each section is felt to perform specific functions in the
musical argument.

3 Sections of Sonata-Allegro Form

1. Exposition- the first part of a sonata allegro composition where the themes are introduced
2. Development – the middle part wherein themes are being developed
3. Recapitulation – is an altered repeat of the exposition

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**To have a clearer understanding of the sonata allegro form watch this video:
https://youtu.be/E9z5nmalzmc

CONCERTO - is a multi-movement work designed for an instrumental soloist and orchestra. It is a classical
form of music intended primarily to emphasize the individuality of the solo instrument and to exhibit the
virtuosity and interpretative abilities of the performer. The solo instruments in classical concertos include
violin, cello, clarinet, bassoon, trumpet, horn and piano. A concerto has three movements: fast, slow, and
fast.

Example: Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 in E major “Emperor” (excerpt)

https://youtu.be/qSeg69d3CQ8

SYMPHONY - A multi-movement work for orchestra, the symphony is derived from the word “Sinfonia”
which literally means “a harmonious sounding together”. It is a classical music for the whole orchestra,
generally in four movements.
Example: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Symphony No.40 in G minor https://youtu.be/l45DAuXYSIs

VOCAL MUSIC

CLASSICAL OPERA - Opera is a drama set to music where singers and musicians perform in a
theatrical setting
a. Opera Seria – “Serious Opera” usually implies heroic or tragic drama that employs mythological
characters, which was inherited from the Baroque period
Example: “Idomeneo” – W.A Mozart - https://youtu.be/E1DavsHdX80

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 b. Opera Buffa – “Comic Opera” made use of everyday characters and situations, and typically
employed spoken dialogues, lengthy arias and was spiced with sight gags, naughty humor and
social satire.
Example: “The Magic Flute” Queen of the Night Aria - https://youtu.be/YuBeBjqKSGQ

CLASSICAL MUSIC COMPOSERS

FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)

Franz Joseph Haydn is one of the most prominent composers of the classical
period. His life is described as a “rags-to-riches” story. He came from a poor
family and his music led to his rise in social status. He was hired by rich patrons
and eventually became a musical director for the Esterhazy family for 30 years.
His music reflects his character and personality: mainly calm, balanced, serious
but with touches of humor. He was able to compose over 100 symphonies and
developed them into long forms for a large orchestra. He was named, “Father of the Symphony” although
he excelled in every music genre of the period.
His works includes:
• Surprise Symphony
• The Clock
• The Military
• Chamber Piano Music -
• Choral Works

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART (1756-1791)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a child prodigy and the most amazing genius in
musical history. At age five, he was already playing the violin and the harpsichord;
at six, he was recognized as an exceptional pianist and, at seven, he was already
composing excellent music. At age thirteen, he had written sonatas, concertos,
symphonies, religious works, and operas and operettas.
He experimented in all kinds of music and composed over 700 works.
Unfortunately, due to mismanaged finances he lived his life in poverty, died young and was buried in an
unknown grave. He composed wonderful concertos, symphonies and opera such as “The Marriage of
Figaro” (1786), “Don Giovanni (1789), and “The Magic Flute” which became popular. Other known
works: Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Symphony No. 40 in G Major, and Sonata No. 11 in A Major K311.
His Famous Compositions are as follows
• The Marriage Figaro
• Don Giovanni
• The Magic Flute
• Eine Kleine Nachtmusic
• Symphony No.40 in G minor
• Sonata No. 11 in A Major

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 LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)
Ludwig Van Beethoven was born in Bonn, Germany to a family of musicians and
studied music at an early age. He was the composer who bridged the late Classical
era and the early Romantic era. He was a talented pianist and composer. His famous
compositions include 32 piano sonatas, 21 set of variations, 9 symphonies, 5
concertos for piano, 16 string quartets and choral music.
He began to go deaf in 1796 but this did not become a hindrance. He continued
composing through the help of an assistant and hearing gadget. Some of his famous
compositions were made when he was deaf.
His works includes:
• Missa Solemnis (1818-1823)
• Fidelio (1805)
• Symphony No. 3 (Eroica
• Symphony No. 5 in C minor
• Symphony No. 6 (Pastoral)
• Symphony No. 9 (Choral), which adds voices to the orchestra
• Fur Elise

What’s More
Listen to this music composed by Ludwig Van Beethoven entitled Symphony No.5 in C minor. Identify
the elements of music used by checking the appropriate element observed in the music.
Symphony No.5 in C minor by Ludwig Van Beethoven:
https://youtu.be/W2qW6fOtAMY
Timbre ___ Vocal
___head voice/falsetto
___ chest voice
___ guttural
___ Instrumental
Texture ___monophonic
___homophonic
___polyphonic
Meter ___ free meter
___duple
___ triple
___Quadruple
Form ___ Unitary/ Strophic
___ Binary
___ternary
Melody ___narrow
___moderate
___wide
Guide Questions:
1. How do you feel while listening to the Music of Beethoven?
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2. Did you like the music? What images came into your mind while listening to it?
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 What I Have Learned
Fill in the chart with the concepts you have learned from this module

CLASSICAL PERIOD
Musical Characteristic

Composers and
3 famous compositions

Musical Forms and

Descriptions

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 What I Can Do
Activity 3: Paint My Music
The following music are famous compositions of Classical Period Composers. Choose one composition
from the list. Interpret the music you chose by creating a painting while listening to it. You will use an
Oslo/bond paper and any coloring material.

1. Franz Joseph Haydn – Symphony No. 101 in D Major “The Clock” https://youtu.be/Bsblr6ZTm3I
2. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Symphony No 40 in G minor https://youtu.be/l45DAuXYSIs
3. Ludwig Van Beethoven – Symphony No.5 in C minor https://youtu.be/W2qW6fOtAMY

PAINT MY MUSIC

Assessment
A. Multiple Choice: Read each item carefully. Answer the following questions by choosing the best answer
from the box of Choices below.
1. A section of the sonata allegro form where the themes are introduced
2. The most important form that was developed during the classical era and was usually the form of
the first movement of a sonata or a symphony
3. It is a multi-movement for solo instrument
4. A musical work with different movements for an instrumental soloist and orchestra

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 5. The section of Sonata Allegro that repeats the themes as they first emerged in the opening
exposition
6. The general texture of classical music
7. It is also called the “Age of Reason”
8. A vocal form where drama is set to music
9. The term for serious opera
10. A musical composition designed to be played by the full orchestra

CHOICES:
a. Sonata- allegro f. recapitulation
b. Symphony g. opera seria
c. Opera h. polyphonic
d. Classical period i. exposition
e. Concerto j. sonata

B. True or False.
Write T if the statement is correct and F incorrect
_____11. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is considered as the “Father of Symphony”
_____12. Opera buffa implies heroic or tragic drama that employs mythological characters
_____13. Classical period is based on the characteristics which were formal, elegant, simple and dignified
_____14. Sonata Allegro form is the first movement of a Sonata
_____15. Ludwig Van Beethoven was already dead when he composed Missa Solemnis in 1818

Additional Activities

Among the music that you hear/encounter everyday may it be pop, ballad, rock or any other genres in
music, List down three music titles which you consider as classic and state the reason why you consider it
as such
MUSIC TITLE REASON
1.

2.

3.

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 Answer Key

References

DepEd Grade 9 Music and Arts Learners material

https://courses.lumenlearning.com/musicappreciation_with_theory/chapter/overview-of-the-classical-
era/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_Haydn
https://www.biography.com/musician/wolfgang-mozart
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ludwig_van_Beethoven

https://youtu.be/qjk-YRuQZDE
https://youtu.be/qSeg69d3CQ8
https://youtu.be/VOLy6JxEDLw
https://youtu.be/W2qW6fOtAMY
https://youtu.be/Bsblr6ZTm3I
https://youtu.be/IUZEtVbJT5c
https://youtu.be/l45DAuXYSIs
https://youtu.be/E1DavsHdX80
https://youtu.be/YuBeBjqKSGQ

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 Development Team of the Module

Writer: Judith J. Hermida

Editors: Jovita Consorcia F. Mani
Layout Artist: Maria Isabel G. Tutor
Management Team:
Sheryll T. Gayola
Assistant Schools Division Superintendent
OIC, Office of the Schools Division Superintendent

Elisa O. Cerveza
Chief, CID
OIC, Office of the Assistant Schools Division Superintendent

Jovita Consortia Mani

EPS-MAPEH

Ivy Coney A. Gamatero

EPS – LRMS

For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:

Schools Division Office- Marikina City

Email Address: [email protected]

191 Shoe Ave., Sta. Elena, Marikina City, 1800, Philippines

Telefax: (02) 682-2472 / 682-3989

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