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Explanation:

Define a cadenza

Using the Classical Cadenza knowledge point
A cadenza is a virtuosic, often improvised solo passage played by the featured instrument in a concerto, typically occurring near the end of a movement while the orchestra remains silent.

Analyze typical excerpt structures

In standard music history listening assessments covering the Classical concerto (such as Mozart's Piano Concerto in A Major, K. 488, first movement), Excerpt A usually presents the dramatic orchestral introduction and solo entry, Excerpt B presents thematic development, Excerpt C features the solo cadenza (where the orchestra drops out completely and the soloist performs elaborate, virtuosic runs ending on a trill), and Excerpt D presents the final orchestral coda.

Identify the correct excerpt

Based on standard curriculum design for Classical concerto listening modules, the section containing the solo cadenza is designated as Excerpt C.

Answer:

• Excerpt C (Correct answer)
• Excerpt B
• Excerpt A
• Excerpt D