Classical music is composed of several elements that help define its character. ... Within the changing meter of rhythm, song notes of various pitches were intertwined. ... Musicians of the classical era were influenced by those of the baroque era. ... It was during the classical period that the modern orchestra was founded. ... This was a departure from the classical style that embraced golic, intellect, reason, balance and form. ...

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