All of the following were characteristic of the nineteenth-century concerto except

A. like other forms of symphonic music, the concerto reflected the change from the Classical to the Romantic style.
B. nineteenth-century composers continued to leave their cadenzas to the improvisation of the performer.
C. more lyrical melodies and colorful orchestration were evident.
D. virtuosity of the performer was emphasized.


Answer: B

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