Historical Dictionary of Music of the Classical Period (Historical Dictionaries of Literature and the Arts) by Bertil van Boer
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It may have had its roots in the music of an earlier era and been the harbinger of progressive music of that which followed, but it must be seen as the necessary evolutionary era, without which modern music and all of its variety could not exist. The Classical period is one of deep intellectual ferment, of rapid growth and change, and of explosive creativity in the world of music. Moreover, in opera houses, festivals, and concert halls all over the world, music from the period may indeed be performed more than any other form, making it one the most accessible and popular periods. It has remained a living and vibrant part of the repertory, indeed offered a kaleidoscope of genres and works that never cease to enchant and amaze.