The Baroque period (1600-1750) is known for its elaborate ornamentation, complex counterpoint, and use of continuo.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) is considered to be one of the greatest masters of the Classical period, known for his operas, symphonies, and concertos.

Allegro is a musical term that means "fast" or "lively." It is often used to describe the first movement of a classical symphony, which is typically in a fast tempo and features a lively melody.

Richard Wagner (1813-1883) is known for his use of leitmotifs, or recurring musical themes associated with specific characters or ideas. He is also known for his operas, such as "Tristan und Isolde" and "Der Ring des Nibelungen."

A symphony is a musical form that is typically in three movements and features a sonata-allegro form in the first movement. Symphonies are often written for orchestra and can be very complex and challenging to perform.

Arnold Schoenberg (1874-1951) is known for his use of atonality and serialism. He is considered to be one of the most important composers of the 20th century.

A rhapsody is a musical form that is typically in one movement and features a free and improvisatory style. Rhapsodies are often based on folk melodies or other traditional music.

Claudio Monteverdi (1567-1643) is known for his operas, such as "Orfeo" and "L'incoronazione di Poppea." He is considered to be one of the most important composers of the early Baroque period.

A sonata is a musical form that is typically in two movements and features a slow movement followed by a fast movement. Sonatas are often written for solo instruments, such as piano or violin, or for small ensembles.

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) is known for his symphonies, such as the "Jupiter Symphony" and the "Eroica Symphony." He is considered to be one of the greatest composers of all time.

A suite is a musical form that is typically in three movements and features a minuet and trio as the third movement. Suites are often written for dance music, such as the gavotte, bourrée, and gigue.

Franz Liszt (1811-1886) is known for his piano concertos, such as the "Piano Concerto No. 1" and the "Piano Concerto No. 2." He is considered to be one of the greatest piano virtuosos of all time.

Variations is a musical form that is typically in one movement and features a theme and variations. The theme is a melody that is repeated several times, with each repetition featuring different variations.

Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) is known for his ballets, such as "The Rite of Spring" and "Petrushka." He is considered to be one of the most important composers of the 20th century.

A sonata is a musical form that is typically in two movements and features a slow movement followed by a fast movement. Sonatas are often written for solo instruments, such as piano or violin, or for small ensembles.