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What does the term Klangfarbenmelodie refer to?
What do the terms counterpoint and polyphony refer to?
Music where there is more than one musical line being played simultaneously.
What was the Florentine Camerata responsible for?
Opera.
What is an opera?
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What is the role of a libretto?
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What is recitative?
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What is Euridice?
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Study Notes
Klangfarbenmelodie
- A musical technique where a melody is distributed among multiple instruments.
- Notably used by composers such as Schoenberg and Bartók.
Counterpoint and Polyphony
- Terms used to describe music with multiple independent lines or melodies played at the same time.
- Essential concepts in the study of harmony and musical texture.
Florentine Camerata
- A group of musical enthusiasts that played a pivotal role in the development of opera.
- Explored the relationships among literature, science, and the arts during the Renaissance.
Opera
- A form of theatrical drama that integrates music, singing, and stage design.
- Combines narrative and musical elements to create a cohesive artistic expression.
Libretto
- The written text or lyrics for an opera.
- Composed separately from the musical score, often by a librettist.
Recitative
- A vocal style that mimics speech patterns and is often used to advance the plot in operas.
- Serves as a bridge between spoken dialogue and lyrical singing.
Euridice
- An operatic work based on mythological themes.
- Represents one of the earliest examples of the opera form in Western music.
Lieder
- A genre of German art songs typically composed for a solo singer accompanied by piano.
- Emphasizes poetic lyrics and intricate musical expression.
Figured Bass
- A musical notation system indicating the bass line along with numbers signifying the chords to be played.
- Commonly used in Baroque music for keyboard instruments.
Ritornello Form
- A musical structure characterized by a recurring theme or section that alternates with contrasting sections.
- Commonly found in concertos and orchestral compositions, providing cohesion and unity.
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