Question

Which Classical form has a happy theme that keeps "coming back around" while interspersed by other short sections of music?

Answer 1

Which Classical form has a happy theme that keeps "coming back around" while interspersed by other short sections of music?

Answer: Rondo

Answer 2

Answer:

Rondo

Explanation:

Rondo is the name of a classical musical form developed in the 17th century. This form is characterized by a happy theme (the "refrain") that contrasts with other present themes. The specific number of themes can vary. However, the happy theme generally comes back around. A famous rondo is the final movement of Beethoven's Pathétique piano sonata.