Classical features: Crescendo invented, Clear balanced structures, Sonata form, Lighter texture, Regular 4 bar phrasing, Piano replaces harpsichord, Modulates to closely related keys, Chords I & V dominate, Frequent cadences, Slower harmonic rhythm, Romantic features: Varied dynamics, Rubato, Denser homophonic accompaniments, Freer use of sonata form, Emotional content important, Long lyrical melodies, Wide leaps including diminished, Bigger piano, Bigger orchestra, Modulations to distant keys, Complex harmony, More expressive dissonances,

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