The term 'Western classical music' represents a vast and diverse field that spans over 1,000 years and numerous musical idioms, ranging from Byrd's choral pieces to contemporary works by composers like Czernowin and Sorey. Traditional listeners might recognize genres by sound alone, yet classical music's wide spectrum and recent discussions about diversity within the field challenge this view. Defining the genre requires a broader understanding beyond mere auditory characteristics, particularly amidst ongoing debates over representation within classical music organizations and performances.
The term 'Western classical music' encompasses a vast array of distinct idioms developed over more than 1,000 years, not easily defined by sound.
Defining classical music solely by sound fails to acknowledge the rich diversity of its idioms, which can lead to misunderstandings within the genre.
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