1. A symphony

is a large-scale (sonata-type) suite of multiple movements performed by an orchestra. Derived from an Italian opera overture, Haydn took shape at that time.

The basic characteristics are: the first movement is allegro, in sonata form; the second movement is slow, in duology or trilogy form, etc.

The third movement has a moderate or slightly faster tempo and is a minuet or scherzo; the fourth movement, also known as the "final movement", has a fast tempo and adopts the rondo-sonata form.

2. Symphonic poetry

A kind of single-movement symphonic music with a title, which was born out of the concert overtures in the 19th century (1850), emphasizing the expression of poetry and philosophy. Symphonic poetry has an eclectic form and is often freely developed based on the principles of sonata form. It is a large-scale orchestral piece based on ideas from literature, painting, historical stories, and folklore.

3. Suite

A suite is an instrumental suite composed of several relatively independent movements arranged and combined under a unified artistic conception. The suite is the oldest form of instrumental suite, originating from the combination of contrasting dance pieces. As early as the 14th century, a combination of slow and fast contrasting dance music was popular in dance parties.

4. Concerto

The original meaning is to compete together. Concerto means that two elements both compete and collaborate. Concerto first appeared as a vocal genre. In the 16th century, it referred to an Italian vocal piece with instrumental accompaniment. Starting from the second half of the seventeenth century, it refers to an instrumental suite in which one or several solo instruments compete with an orchestra.

5. Serenade

It is a song used to express affection to a loved one. It originated from knightly literature in the European Middle Ages and spread in Spain, Italy and other European countries.

6. Overture

Refers to the short piece played before the opening of operas, dance dramas, etc., also known as "opening music". It is performed by the orchestra. Its mission is to comprehensively describe the development of the whole play. An important key scene, playing the melody that represents the protagonist in the play, it seems to be the epitome of the plot.

7. March

March is mainly used in the army to unify the marching pace requirements. It is repeated periodically in an even number of beats, and the beats of 2/4 and 4/4 are commonly used. Marches first appeared in ancient Greek tragedies. March music was originally a type of dance music, mostly used when crowds were entering and exiting the stage.

8. Sonata

Sonata is a way of writing instrumental music. This word is derived from the Latin word sonare, which means to make a sound. In the history of classical music, this musical form has developed differently with the different styles of each music school. The form of the sonata has gradually developed and improved since the classical music period.