Also, new instruments were being invented - like ... Another notable composer of the classical period was Joseph Bologne. Born in 1745 in the Caribbean, he moved to France at the age of 7.

This star pianist fascinatingly, and with mixed success, led a trio of 20th-century chamber concertos from the keyboard.

Romantic music developed directly from the classical period. There is no clear date ... As his music developed with new instruments and techniques, his later works can be called romantic.

Artistic director Matthew Dirst says the Sunday performance at Rice University will highlight music from the 17th and 18th ...