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​music written in a Western musical tradition, usually using an established form (for example a symphony). Classical music is generally considered to be serious and to have a lasting value.

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Why do we call it classical music?

The term “classical” started to gain traction in European culture just at the moment when the music industry was heating up – as orchestras were being established, concert halls constructed, music instruments manufactured and there was a boom in music publishing. It makes sense.

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What is an example of classical music?

• Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 565 by J.S. Bach. ...

• Bagatelle No. 25 in A minor, "Für Elise" by Ludwig Van Beethoven. ...

• Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. ...

• Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. ...

• Symphony No. ...

• "Ave Maria" by Charles Gounod. ...

• "Messiah" by George Frideric Handel. ...

• Serenade No.

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How is classical music different from popular music?

Classical melodies have a more complex structure, tend to have longer repeated phrases, and can be much more challenging, and more rewarding, to learn and perform. Rhythm: The main advantage pop music has over classical music is that pop music tends to be more rhythmically sophisticated.

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