

History of Classical Music in 60 Minutes
Jan 14, 2021
An overview of classical music's different eras, from medieval to contemporary. The beauty of Bach's Goldberg Variations and the lively concerts during the Classical Period. The departure of 12-tone music. Composers incorporating folk traditions into their music. The expansion and variety of contemporary classical music.
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Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Different Eras of Classical Music
04:16 • 25min
Introducing Bach's Goldberg Variations and the Classical Period
29:39 • 2min
Concerts, Composers, and Classical Style
32:09 • 23min
Exploring the Divisiveness of 12-Tone Music and Soviet Composers
55:34 • 2min
Composers and Folk Music
57:33 • 2min
Exploring the Expansion and Variety of Contemporary Classical Music
59:30 • 4min