The classical period of Western music occurred roughly between 1750 and 1820. This era followed the Baroque period and preceded the Romantic period, characterized by a shift towards clarity, balance, and structure in musical composition. Key composers of this time include Haydn, Mozart, and early Beethoven, who emphasized form, melody, and harmony, leading to the development of sonata form and symphonic structure. The classical period laid the foundation for many musical conventions that are still in use today.
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