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SECOND QUARTER
MODULE MUSIC OF THE CLASSICAL
PERIOD
November ___-___, 2020

In this module, the standards are:

CONTENT STANDARD PERFORMANCE STANDARD

The learner sings and performs
The learner demonstrates
themes of symphonies and other
understanding of characteristic features
of Classical period music demonstrates instrumental forms sings and performs
understanding of characteristic features themes of symphonies and other
of Classical period music instrumental forms.

For Module 1, we will have the following learning targets. At the end of the lesson,
check the column that best describes your assessment of your learning for each learning
target.

Learning Targets
I understand and I I understand and I I am beginning to
I do not
understand this
can teach someone can do this by understand yet.
else. myself. with help.

I can describe musical

elements of given Classical
period pieces;
I can explain the performance
practice (setting, composition,
the role of
composers/performers, and
audience) during the Classical
Period
I can relate Classical music to
other art forms and its history
within the era;
I can improvise an appropriate
accompaniment to a selected
music from the Classical
Period
I can perform selected music
from the Classical period;
I can evaluate music and
music performances using
guided rubrics.

To make our learning more meaningful, here are some expectations from you and
your parents/guardian as we journey together on this module.

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 You are expected to…
• Read everything carefully and
thoroughly.
• Always follow the instructions.
• Finish each activity before
proceeding to the next.
• Use a dictionary to look up the
meaning of unfamiliar words.
• Maximize your learning resources to
help you work more efficiently and to
enhance your learning.
• Follow the schedule of the activities,
remind yourself of deadlines, and
read in advance when necessary.
• Find time to relax and take a break.
• Have fun learning.
To keep us all healthy and always ready to learn, here are some of the “home mode
reminders”, we can practice.
Your parents/guardians are encouraged to…
• Provide a conducive learning
environment for your child.
• Provide the materials needed for the
activity.
• Assist your child in performing learning
tasks.
• Monitor the progress of your child in
answering and performing learning
tasks.
• Give feedback/response to your child’s
progress in answering and performing
learning tasks.

Based on what you have heard to the web link above I know that you are already
familiar with classical music because of classic cartoons like “Tom and Jerry”, “Popeye”,
“Mr. Bean” and many other old cartoons.

MUSIC OF THE CLASSICAL PERIOD (1750-1820)

People of all ages like to listen to music. They listen to the music of various
genres like pop, rock, ballad, or even rap sometimes. Despite the variety of modern music
genres, people still listen to classical music.

The term “classical” refers to the period that took place roughly from 1750 to
1820. Central Europe in the mid-18th century was going through a time of
change. The remaining part of the Holy Roman Empire had fragmented into
small but semi-self-governing municipalities.

The classical era is also called the “Age of Reason”. The cultural life
was dominated by the aristocracy, as patrons of musicians and artists who

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generally influenced the arts. Significant changes in musical forms and styles were made.

Some general characteristics of Classical Music are:

❖ MELODY: Short and clearly defined musical phrases with two or more contrasting
themes.
❖ RHYTHM: Very defined and regular.
❖ TEXTURE: Mostly Homophonic.
❖ TIMBRE: The symphony orchestra was organized into four sections - strings,
woodwind, brass, and percussion. The harpsichord was seldom used.

VOCAL and 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 a keyboard or violin.

SONATA ALLEGRO FORM

The most important form that developed during the classical era consists of 3 distinct
sections: Exposition, Development, and Recapitulation.

1. Exposition - the first part of a composition in sonata form that introduces the theme
2. Development is the middle part of the sonata-allegro form wherein themes are being
developed
3. Recapitulation - repeats the theme as they first emerge in the opening exposition

CONCERTO

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.

SYMPHONY

A multi-movement work for orchestra, the symphony is derived from the word
“Sinfonia” which means “a harmonious sounding together”. It is classical music for the whole
orchestra, generally in four movements: fast, slow, medium/fast, and fast.

CLASSICAL OPERA

Opera is a drama set to music where singers and musicians perform in a theatrical
setting. “The Marriage of Figaro”, “Don Giovanni”, and “The Magic Flute” are examples of
popular Opera by Mozart.

LET’S DO IT!
Using the Venn diagram below describes how are Classical pieces different
from Baroque music.

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 Classical Pieces Baroque Music

Teacher’s Note

Alright! Since you have already known the differences between classical and
baroque music let's proceed to the famous composer of this period.

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 FAMOUS COMPOSERS OF CLASSICAL PERIOD
FRANZ JOSEPH HAYDN (1732-1809)
❖ Born in Rohrau, Austria in the year
1732
❖ one of the most prominent
composers of the classical period
WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART
(1756-1791)
❖ Born in Salzburg in 1756
❖ a child prodigy and the most
amazing genius in musical history
❖ At age five, he was already playing
the violin; at six, he was recognized
as an exceptional pianist and, at
seven, he was already composing
excellent music
Famous Works:
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.
❖ Creator of the symphony and
nicknamed as “the father of the
string quartet”
❖ His life is described as a “rags-to-
riches” story
❖ 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
❖ Most of his symphonies have
nicknames such as the “Surprise
Symphony”, “The Clock”, “The
Military”
❖ At age thirteen, he had written
sonatas, concertos, symphonies,
religious works, and operas and
operettas
❖ He experimented with all kinds of
music and composed over 700
works
❖ in addition to being a genius
composer, was also a virtuoso
performer of the piano, and
proficient in instruments such as
violin and viola
❖ Unfortunately, due to mismanaged
finances, he lived his life in poverty,
died young, and was buried in an
unknown grave
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LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-
1827)
❖ Born in Bonn, Germany in 1770
❖ His repertoire includes works for
piano, German lied, orchestral,
chamber, and sacred music
❖ one of his trips to Vienna in 1792,
he studies composition with
Joseph Haydn and it is in this city
where he achieves recognition but
without really supposing a direct
competition for Mozart
❖ He studies composition with
Joseph Haydn and it is in this city
where he achieves recognition but
without really supposing a direct
competition for Mozart
❖ He was a talented pianist and
composer
❖ His famous compositions include
32 piano sonatas, 21 sets of
variations, 9 symphonies, 5
concertos for piano, 16 string
quartets, and choral music

Famous Works:
His works include the “Missa Solemnis” (1818-1823), Bagatelle No. 25 in A minor
commonly known as "Für Elise" and opera “Fidelio” (1805). His known symphonies are
Symphony No. 3 (Eroica), No. 5, No. 6 (Pastoral), No. 9 (Choral), which adds voices to the
orchestra. He began to go deaf in 1796 but this did not become a hindrance. He continued
composing with the help of an assistant and hearing gadget. Some of his famous
compositions were made when he was deaf.

Listening Activity
Now that you are already familiar with the famous pieces of the 3 classical
music composers. Search online for one classical piece of your choice in the
box below. Watch and listen carefully to the whole piece.

Fur Elise by Beethoven The Marriage of Figaro by The Clock by Haydn

Mozart

After listening to the whole piece, describe it using the criteria of 3 musical elements
(dynamics, tempo (tempo marks), rhythm, and melody). Refer to your REX MAPEH book
on pages 11-13. See the example below.

Example:
Name of Piece Criteria Description
Dynamics soft and loud
Eine kleine Nachtmusik Tempo (tempo marks) allegro
Rhythm fast
Melody wide range

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Your turn!
Name of Piece Criteria Description
Dynamics
Tempo (tempo marks)
Rhythm
Melody

Great! Now kindly write a short observation of performance practice based on

your chosen piece above.

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Very well done! To end this module, you have the last task to do. Make sure to
showcase your creativity and talent with this one.

“COMMERCIAL BREAK”

Since you are now very familiar with some famous classical pieces. You
already have an idea about your task. Kindly read the instructions carefully and
be guided with our rubric below.

Instructions:
✓ Make a 15-60 seconds video that advertises a product of your own choice.
✓ improvise appropriate accompaniment (vocal) to a selected music from the Classical
Period that will be used as your background music
✓ seek help from your family members to help you record yourself
✓ using your mobile phone record your performance
✓ send the file online to your MAPEH teacher or save through USB (flash drive) and
give it to your teacher together with this module.

RUBRIC

Criteria for grading: Points

5 4 3 2 1
Choice of music (must be a
Classical Period piece and
appropriate for the product)
Originality (use of own
concept)
Creativity (use of props,
costumes)
Total points:

Teacher’s Note

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 Congratulations, you have just finished your lessons! After studying our lesson,
kindly write the things you learned, found interesting and question as your learning
summaries.

Based on our lesson, what are your new learning and realization as a child of God?
In the below, write your lesson’s reflection through prayer. A related Bible verse is also
provided below to help and guide you more on the prayer you will formulate. Together, let
us do things toward His Loneliness because we are precious in His eyes.

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you, with all wisdom teaching and
admonishing one another with psalm and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with
thankfulness in your hearts to God.

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 We would like to hear from you and your parent/guardian comments and
observations of this lesson’s module. If you have suggestions, please feel free to write it o
the box provided. Remember, we are partners in this learning. Your feedback will be highly
appreciated.

Comments
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Suggestions
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This part is for the parent or the attending adult:

Kindly write some of your observations on your child’s learning/study habits this week. Also,
include your suggestions or if you have questions, feel free to write them here also.

Observation:
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Question (if there’s any):

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Suggestion/s:
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Cellphone No.

REFERENCES

Callo, L. F. et. al. (2018). The 21st Century MAPEH in ACTION. Sampaloc, Manila: Rex Book Store.

Dep. Ed (2014). Music Learner’s Material.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExUAy-gCsTQ

https://www.depednegor.net/uploads/8/3/5/2/8352879/music_9_lm_draft_4.7.2014.pdf

https://www.cmuse.org/classical-period-composers/

http://www.mostlywind.co.uk/classic.html

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