sonata

A form of classical music in four movements for one or two instruments. The movements are different yet related.

"Have you heard Bach's Violin Sonatas"?

by carpo August 22, 2004

concerto

A musical composition in three movements, with two sets of instruments, one larger than the other. Typically a concerto has a solo instrument play with an orchestra.

Examples of concertos are Bach's Italian Concerto in F major (for Harpsichord) and Elgar's Cello Concerto in E minor.

by carpo August 22, 2004