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What musical aspect refers to the overall musical range of a character's voice?
What musical aspect refers to the overall musical range of a character's voice?
- Articulation
- Vocal range (correct)
- Timbre
- Tempo
Which of the following describes a melody that moves predominantly by small steps?
Which of the following describes a melody that moves predominantly by small steps?
- Conjunct (correct)
- Complex
- Disjunct
- Variation
What term is used to describe whether the sound of an instrument or voice is bright or dark in quality?
What term is used to describe whether the sound of an instrument or voice is bright or dark in quality?
- Timbre (correct)
- Harmony
- Dissonance
- Accents
Which type of rhythm indicates whether the pulse of music is clearly perceived or merely suggested?
Which type of rhythm indicates whether the pulse of music is clearly perceived or merely suggested?
In music, what does the term 'harmony' describe?
In music, what does the term 'harmony' describe?
Which of the following melodies is likely characterized by the use of large intervals?
Which of the following melodies is likely characterized by the use of large intervals?
What aspect of music examines the speed of the piece?
What aspect of music examines the speed of the piece?
How would you describe the use of notes that are mostly long and slow in a musical piece?
How would you describe the use of notes that are mostly long and slow in a musical piece?
Flashcards
Conjunct Melody
Conjunct Melody
A melody that moves smoothly between notes, using small intervals. It's like taking a slow, gentle stroll.
Disjunct Melody
Disjunct Melody
A melody that jumps between notes, using larger intervals. It's like taking a wild, exciting hike.
Simple Melody
Simple Melody
A melody that's easy to remember and sing, with a straightforward structure.
Complex Melody
Complex Melody
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Melisma
Melisma
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Syllabic
Syllabic
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Staccato
Staccato
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Legato
Legato
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Study Notes
GNED 1201 Final Exam Information
- Date: Wednesday, December 11
- Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Room U170, Triple Gym (main building)
- Format: In-person, written exam with pen/pencil and paper
- Open Book: No. No cheat sheets or notes allowed.
- Content Focus: Material from lectures, class discussions, and assigned materials from the second half of the semester.
- Question Types: Multiple choice and short/long answer written questions. Topics for longer answer questions will be outlined in advance.
- Review Materials: Updates to the review document are planned throughout the remainder of the semester.
Review Topics
- Concepts, Terminology, and Works: Opera, Libretto, Overture, Aria, Recitative, Vocal ranges, Coloratura, Melisma (Syllabic and Melismatic), Staccato/Legato, Mozart & The Magic Flute, Leitmotif, Composer Spotlight: Ennio Morricone, Collaborations, and Musical Score for The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
- Magic Flute Character Study: Narrative themes, Freemasonry, Masonic Themes & Imagery, and character-specific questions.
Exam Specifics
- Character Selection: Students will choose ONE character from The Magic Flute from the following list: Tamino, Papageno, Pamina, The Queen of the Night and Sarastro
- Questions: Five written answer questions exploring how the melodies reflect the chosen character's emotions, motivations, personality, character development and other elements of their persona.
- Musical Selections: Musical selections have been identified for each character for additional study.
Updates and Additional Information
- The review document is a work in progress and will be updated throughout the semester.
- Specific dates for updates are listed in the document.
- Notes were added about Tamino's character and additional topics on Ludwig Goransson and the "Magic Flute"
- Study questions and timestamps are available in the document
- Video guides (including audio and libretto) for each character's arias are available as a resource.
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Prepare for your GNED 1201 final exam with a focused review of key concepts and terminology related to opera and music. This exam will assess your understanding of materials covered in the second half of the semester, including works by Mozart and Ennio Morricone. Make sure to be familiar with the topics outlined for short and long answer questions.
