Getting its name from art history, the Classical period of music began in 1750 and ended in 1820 and includes the music. During these 70 years music changed drastically. The four major composers of the Classical era were Haydn, Mozart, Gluck, and Beethoven. The classical era began at the end of the Baroque Era. Classical music is different from baroque. The style of music has a much more solid structure and storyline. The classical period made way for …showed first 75 words of 693 total…

…showed last 75 words of 693 total…some people, Beethoven is considered the father of modern music. These four musicians were only a few among many others who helped make the Classical period a time when music changed and became more modern. They are some of the most famous and celebrated musicians of all time. The classical period of music was definitely a huge leap forward in the world of music. Some composers today still compose their music using the classical style.