Expressionism in Music
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Which characteristic is NOT associated with Expressionism in music?

  • Traditional harmony (correct)
  • Absence of a tonal center
  • Noticeable dissonances
  • Angular melody
  • The 12-Tone Technique allows for the exclusive use of a specific row of 12 tones within a composition.

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    Who is the representative composer of Expressionistic Music?

    Arnold Schoenberg

    Arnold Schoenberg was born on ___ in Vienna, Austria.

    <p>13 September 1874</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following composers with their relation to Arnold Schoenberg:

    <p>Alban Berg = Mentored by Schoenberg Anton Webern = Mentored by Schoenberg Igor Stravinsky = Contemporary but not directly associated Claude Debussy = Influenced by impressionism, not Schoenberg directly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining feature of Expressionism in music?

    <p>Angular melodies with noticeable dissonances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'atonality' refer to in Expressionism?

    <p>Absence of a tonal center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique involves organizing the 12 tones on a piano keyboard?

    <p>12-Tone Technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT characteristic of Expressionistic music?

    <p>Consistent rhythmic patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which composer is known as a pioneer of atonal music?

    <p>Arnold Schoenberg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes the emotional style of Expressionism in music?

    <p>Intense and emotional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 12-tone theory in music composition?

    <p>To utilize all 12 tones equally in a row</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Arnold Schoenberg served as a mentor to which of the following composers?

    <p>Alban Berg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the melodic and harmonic complexity in Schoenberg's later works is true?

    <p>Melody and harmony became less important</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Schoenberg's emotional style led to what characteristic in his compositions?

    <p>Noticeable dissonance and episodic structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Expressionism in Music

    • Intense and emotional style that departs from traditional melody and harmony.
    • Characterized by atonality, meaning no single tonal center is present.
    • Features angular melodies with pronounced dissonances.
    • Lacks traditional harmony, creating a fragmented form and structure.
    • Music is often episodic, showcasing a variety of textures.
    • Expressionism is evident in purely instrumental music as well.

    12-Tone Technique

    • Involves the systematic arrangement of the 12 tones on a piano keyboard.
    • Known as 12-tone theory or serialism, it marks a new approach to pitch organization.
    • Composers create a row that uses all 12 tones exclusively within their work.
    • This technique redefines compositional methods, emphasizing the equality of all notes.

    Arnold Schoenberg

    • Representative composer of Expressionistic music, born on 13 September 1874 in Vienna, Austria.
    • Recognized for pioneering atonal music, which includes serialism.
    • Mentored notable composers like Alban Berg and Anton Webern, who adopted his musical style.
    • Demonstrated a talent for composition early on, creating pieces for violin.
    • Early compositions were primarily atonal; later works featured complex melodies and harmonies.
    • Died on 13 July 1951, noted as an American composer of Austrian descent.

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    Explore the fascinating characteristics of Expressionism in music, highlighting its emotional intensity and departure from traditional musical structures. Discover atonality, angular melodies, and the use of dissonance that define this influential style. This quiz will also touch on the 12-Tone Technique and its impact on music composition.

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