A Brief History Of Classical Music

Classical music is a common term that many commonly, and mistakenly, apply to the more formalized music tradition of this part of the world, seen as totally different from earlier popular music or folk music traditions. However in the broader sense, the word can also refer to music reflecting similar formal qualities in other non-western cultures. Some of the most famous composers in the classical music tradition are Beethoven, Mozart, Alexander Borodin, Arnold Bennett, Richard Wagner, J. S. Bach, Alexander Borodin (Rudolf), Arturo Toscan, Elton John, Yo-Yo Ma, and scores of others.

Many classical composers have achieved worldwide popularity in just a relatively short span of time, which makes them candidates for the term “classical.” One example is Bach, who in his early years as a pupil of Mozart became known as a master Mozart admirer because of his innovative approach to the style of classical music. Toscan composed one of the most influential suites of classical music, composed around the time of Bach’s death. Another example is Beethoven, who was called “the father of symphonic music” by the influential German conductor and musician Reinhold Voll. And of course, there is the legendary Mozart himself, who in his life wrote over eighty symphonies.

Nowadays, classical music is enjoying a resurgence of popularity in the West, especially among younger generations of people. For this reason, orchestras are once again becoming more visible in public parks, squares, and other venues. The orchestas of this modern era are once again appealing to younger generations of people, inspiring new classical music lovers as well as bringing the art of orchestras back into the lives of younger generations. This is good news for the future generations of people that want to study classical music. And this is also good news for the future of the world as a whole.