Arts & Culture
Structure of Classical Sonata Form in Music
Quick fact
Sonata form was the dominant musical form from the late 18th through the 19th century, used in over 90% of first movements of symphonies, sonatas, and string quartets.
Why this is interesting
You've probably heard a classical sonata or symphony, but did you know that most of them follow a hidden blueprint similar to a three-act play? What is this secret structure that gives music its drama?