Is it true that golden age musicals are always upbeat and happy and do not tackle serious subject while contemporary musicals cover more hard-hitting subjects?

No, most of the time contemporary musicals do have serious subjects in them, but not always

the music of the classical period was often written to be more accessible and enjoyable for all people, rather than just the wealthy. how does contemporary music reach all audiences instead of selected patrons? select a contemporary genre of music and discuss how it reaches varied audiences. be sure to identify your musical choice within your discussion.