1. Music composed or performed according to established rules, structures, and conventions, typically featuring complex harmonic and structural organization
Beethoven's symphonies are examples of formal music from the Classical period.
As sinfonias de Beethoven são exemplos de música formal do período Clássico.
2. Music intended for concert halls or formal events, as opposed to popular or casual music
The orchestra performed formal music at the gala evening.
A orquestra tocou música formal no evento de gala.
3. In music theory, composition that follows strict structural patterns such as sonata form, fugue, or rondo
Students studying formal music learn about compositional techniques and harmonic analysis.
Os alunos que estudam música formal aprendem sobre técnicas de composição e análise harmônica.