Classical music generally refers to the art music of the Western world, considered to be distinct from Western folk music or popular music traditions. It is sometimes distinguished as … See more

Roots
The Western classical tradition formally begins with music created by and for the early Christian … See more

Almost all of the composers who are described in music textbooks on classical music and whose works are widely performed as part … See more

Certain staples of classical music are often used commercially (either in advertising or in movie soundtracks). In television commercials, several passages have become See more

Ideological origins
Both the English term "classical" and the German equivalent Klassik developed from the French classique, itself derived from the Latin word classicus, which originally referred to the highest class of Ancient Roman citizens See more

Performers who have studied classical music extensively are said to be "classically trained". This training may come from private lessons from instrument or voice teachers or … See more

Popular music
Classical music has often incorporated elements or material from popular music of the composer's … See more