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Music: An Appreciation: An Appreciation, Brief 4/e
Roger Kamien, Hebrew University

The Classical Period
Minuet and Trio

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A minuet is a form often employed in the third movement of classical compositions. It's use began in the late 1600s as a stately dance form for music of the French court. For more information on the form and application of minuets, consult the web resources below.