Music: An Appreciation: An Appreciation, Brief 4/e
Roger Kamien,
Hebrew University
The Classical Period
Minuet and Trio
Summary
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.