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What innovation in music was first introduced in the 1920s?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Impressionist music?
Who is considered one of the leading composers of Impressionist music?
What does the term 'modal' refer to in the context of Impressionist music?
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Which of the following works is NOT composed by Claude Debussy?
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What aspect of Impressionist music contributes to its dreamlike quality?
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What is a common feature of rhythmic structure in Impressionist music?
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Which of the following best describes the harmonic style of Impressionist music?
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What term did Edgar Varese use to describe the act of grouping rhythm and timbres to define music?
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Which instrument is primarily associated with the generation of synthesized sounds?
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Who is recognized as the 'Father of the Electronic Music'?
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What is a canon in music?
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What common musical structure is similar to a canon?
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What is a defining characteristic of the whole-tone scale?
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What does Chance music require from musicians?
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Which of the following terms describes the modernist movement that emphasizes emotional experience over physical reality?
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Which aspect of sound can be modified using sound synthesizers?
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What is John Cage best known for?
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Which composer is known for completely abandoning tonality in his works?
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What unique technique did Arnold Schoenberg utilize in his composition 'Pierrot Lunaire'?
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What is electronic music primarily concerned with?
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Which composer is known for the work 'Bolero'?
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Which term best describes the lack of agreement in music featuring dissonance?
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Who is recognized as the 'Claude Debussy of the Philippines'?
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Study Notes
Music of the 20th Century
- Marked by the invention of the gramophone and phonograph in the 1890s, making recorded music widely accessible.
- Radio broadcasting initiated in 1920, altering music consumption patterns.
- Classical music was mainly enjoyed by the elite before recorded music became popular.
- Introduction of altered and extended chords revolutionized musical composition.
Impressionism in Music
- Originated from the Impressionist movement in painting, emphasizing light and color.
- Characterized by refinement, delicacy, and vagueness in musical composition.
- Features irregular rhythms, unresolved dissonance, and avoidance of traditional harmonic progressions.
- Creates dreamlike atmospheres, evoking images like moonlight and waterfalls.
- Related to modal music, which utilizes church modes rather than major/minor tonalities.
Claude Debussy
- Born on August 22, 1862, in France, died on March 25, 1918.
- Renowned works include “L’enfant prodigue”, “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun”, “La Mer”, “Nocturne”, and “Images”.
- Innovated with non-specific tonality, parallel chords, bitonal chords, whole tones, and pentatonic scales.
Maurice Ravel
- Born on March 7, 1875, in France, associated with innovative piano techniques.
- Famous compositions include “Bolero”, “La Valse”, and “Ma mère l’Oye”.
- Utilized whole-tone scales, blending them with traditional diatonic elements.
Expressionism in Music
- Emerged in Germany in the early 20th century, focusing on emotional expression rather than physical reality.
- Characterized by atonality and dissonance to convey raw emotions.
- Prominent composer Arnold Schoenberg abandoned tonality, known for "Pierrot Lunaire" featuring Sprechstimme, a vocal style between speaking and singing.
Electronic Music
- Defined as music created through the use of computers and digital audio signals.
- Marks the shift from traditional instruments to digital technology.
- Allows manipulation of sound speed, timing, and layering.
Edgar Varese
- Considered the "Father of Electronic Music," born in 1883, passed in 1965.
- Advocated for "organized sound," emphasizing rhythm and timbre as core musical elements.
- Instrumental in the evolution of electronic soundscapes.
Synthesized Sounds
- Generated electronically, allowing sound modification through synthesizers.
- Combines various frequencies and polyphonic tones to create innovative sound textures.
Canon in Music
- A musical composition featuring two or more voices/instruments starting at different times.
- A round, a specific type of canon, repeats the same melody with staggered entries.
Chance Music
- Emphasizes spontaneity, with musicians improvising and selecting melodies from available resources.
- Associated with composer John Cage, known as the “Father of Indeterminism.”
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Description
Explore the transformative developments in 20th-century music, including the invention of the gramophone and the rise of radio broadcasting. Discover the impact of impressionism in painting and its parallel influence on music, showcasing altered and extended chords. This quiz delves into the rich cultural movements that shaped an era.
