In the classical period, music was no longer dominant.

Beethoven was a deaf man and couldnt hear. he became famous for his classical pieces. and there ye go.vivaldi was a true one hit wonder classical artist. hes known for his classical piece the four seasons. he was although wasn't as great as beethoven and yea 'ere ye a go.

What i think is that it adds loudness for preachers/church choirs. it is also able to hold up a lot of weight without pillars. : )) idek tho