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What defines Impressionist music?
What defines Impressionist music?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of extended chords?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of extended chords?
Which work is considered to be the orchestral height of Debussy?
Which work is considered to be the orchestral height of Debussy?
Who is recognized as the first Impressionist composer?
Who is recognized as the first Impressionist composer?
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Which scale consists exclusively of whole tones?
Which scale consists exclusively of whole tones?
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Which composer is known for the work 'Bolero'?
Which composer is known for the work 'Bolero'?
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What characteristic is commonly associated with Antonio Molina's music?
What characteristic is commonly associated with Antonio Molina's music?
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Which musical techniques did Ravel incorporate into his compositions?
Which musical techniques did Ravel incorporate into his compositions?
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What defines electronic music in the 20th century?
What defines electronic music in the 20th century?
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Which statement best describes chance music?
Which statement best describes chance music?
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Who is recognized as a pioneer in chance music?
Who is recognized as a pioneer in chance music?
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What does the term 'minimalist sound' refer to in modern music?
What does the term 'minimalist sound' refer to in modern music?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of electronic music?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of electronic music?
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What is the primary focus when creating chance music?
What is the primary focus when creating chance music?
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How did advancements in technology influence modern music?
How did advancements in technology influence modern music?
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What kind of sounds can be used to create chance music?
What kind of sounds can be used to create chance music?
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Study Notes
Impressionism in Music
- Impressionism began in the 19th century and early 20th centuries.
- It is a musical style that evokes mood, emotion, or atmosphere.
- Impressionism derived from Claude Monet's painting "Impression, Sunrise" which utilizes contemporary art techniques.
Key Music Characteristics
- Extended Chords: Chords built with thirds extended beyond the seventh (e.g., ninth, eleventh, thirteenth chords).
- Whole Tone Scale: A scale consisting solely of whole tones.
- Pentatonic Scales: Musical scales with five distinct tones.
Famous Impressionist Composers
Achille-Claude Debussy
- The first Impressionist composer.
- Born into a modest family with little cultural involvement.
- He displayed musical talent and was accepted into the leading music school in France at age 10.
- Debussy studied piano but pursued innovative composition despite criticism from his conservative professors.
- He was influenced by the Symbolist poetry movement.
- Debussy viewed traditional classical music as outdated.
- He focused on chamber music for various instrument combinations.
- Some of his notable works include:
- "Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun" (orchestral)
- "La Mer"
- "Nocturne"
- "Image"
- "Clair De Luna"
Joseph Maurice Ravel
- Known for experimenting with elements of modernism, baroque, neoclassical, and jazz in his compositions.
- Ravel was born into a family of music enthusiasts.
- He studied music at the same school as Debussy.
- Ravel's orchestrational skills are evident in works like "Bolero" (1928).
- He utilized repetition in developing his musical pieces.
Antonio Molina
- A 20th-century composer.
- Molina wrote "Claude Debusy of the Philippines" for composing music with Impressionist characteristics.
- One of his famous piano pieces is "Malikmta".
Modernism in Music
- The 20th century saw the emergence of modern music
- Influence of scientific technological progress
- Environment sounds used as musical accompaniment
- Examples of modern music: Electronic music, Chance music, Minimalist sound
Electronic Music
- Music created using electronic sounds
- Creation of electronic musical instruments
- Experimentation with developing technology
- Allows for greater creativity and versatility in music production
- Examples: Voice editing, layered harmonies, background rhythms
Chance Music
- Also known as Aleatory music
- Musical elements are left to chance
- Composer provides specific directions or leaves it unstructured
- Performer realizes the composition
- Example: Defined improvisation
John Cage Jr.
- Pioneer of Chance Music
- American composer, music theorist, writer, and artist
- Introduced indeterminacy in music
- Developed electroacoustic music
- Utilized instruments in non-traditional ways
- One of the leading composers of post-war avant-garde music
Creating Chance Music
- Identify a source for desired melody or sound
- Examples: Recorded bird tweets, car horns, dialing a phone, sound of book pages
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Description
Explore the fascinating characteristics of Impressionism in music, a style that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Delve into key elements such as extended chords, whole tone scales, and the contributions of renowned composers like Debussy. This quiz will enhance your understanding of how this unique genre evokes mood and atmosphere.
