Notes:

• Order: Categories are listed from the largest and most complex to more specific or smaller settings.

• Clarity: Each category is clearly defined for easy navigation. Start with “Category” and follow by the “Title of a composition”.

  Additional Notes on "Vocal Music" and “Concertante”.

  While many categories on this list encompass vocal elements, including:

  • Symphonic Orchestra + Choir + Soloist(s) or Solo Vocal(s): Includes both choral and solo vocal parts, often considered as a Concertante.
    Example: Beethoven's Symphony No. 9.

  • Symphonic Orchestra + Soloist(s) or Solo Vocal(s): May include vocal soloists, often considered as a Concertante.
    Example: Mahler's Symphony No. 4.

  • Chamber Orchestra + Choir + Soloist(s) or Solo Vocal(s): Features vocal components, often considered as a Concertante.
    Example: Handel's "Dixit Dominus".

  • Chamber Orchestra + Soloist(s) or Solo Vocal(s): Can feature vocal soloists, often considered as a Concertante.
    Example: Mozart's "Exsultate, jubilate".

  • Ensemble + Choir + Soloist(s) or Solo Vocal(s).

  • Ensemble + Soloist(s) or Solo Vocal(s).
    

  "Vocal Music" is an essential category for comprehensive coverage, specifically addressing:

  • A cappella vocal works: Such as choral compositions without instrumental accompaniment.

  • Vocal compositions with minimal instrumental support: Works not fully covered under orchestral or chamber settings.

  • Solo vocal works: Pieces that do not fit within orchestral or chamber contexts.