Listening Guide Quiz: Haydn Symphony No. 94
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What is the form of Haydn's Symphony 94, movement II?

theme and variations

This second movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 94 is a good example of a presto tempo marking.

False

Which of the following describes the performing forces of Symphony No. 94, II?

orchestra

Which statements describe this excerpt from the second movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 94?

<p>This is the second variation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the order of the excerpts in the second movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 94?

<p>Excerpt Z, Excerpt X, Excerpt Y, Excerpt W</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the descriptive words or phrases with the different elements of music found in Haydn's Symphony No. 94, II.

<p>Form = Theme and Variations Meter = Duple Expression = Simple and Witty</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the descriptive words or phrases with the different elements of music as found in this excerpt from Haydn's Symphony No. 94, II.

<p>Tempo = Slower Texture = Predominantly homophonic Melody = Folklike</p> Signup and view all the answers

This is the _________ of the movement and it is comprised of two sections, each of which ________.

<p>theme, repeat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the second movement of Symphony No. 94 are true?

<p>With the exception of the second variation, most of the movement is in a major key.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The _________ variation features a fortissimo statement of the A section of the theme by full orchestra with _________ accents.

<p>fourth, offbeat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following instruments or instrument families are heard in Haydn's Symphony No. 94, II?

<p>Percussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Haydn's Symphony No. 94 is nicknamed 'Surprise' because of the harmonies Haydn uses in the coda.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the order of the excerpts when initially stating the theme in the second movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 94?

<p>Excerpt Y, Excerpt X, Excerpt W, Excerpt Z</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements describe this excerpt from the second movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 94?

<p>It features a countermelody.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements describe this excerpt from the second movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 94?

<p>The rhythm is faster than its initial appearance as the theme.</p> Signup and view all the answers

This transitional bridge between the _____ variation and the ______ features a _______ chord.

<p>fourth, coda, sustained</p> Signup and view all the answers

Listen to each excerpt from Haydn's Symphony No. 94, II. Then drag the corresponding card to the appropriate term on the right: Theme.

<p>Excerpt X</p> Signup and view all the answers

Listen to each excerpt from Haydn's Symphony No. 94, II. Then drag the corresponding card to the appropriate term on the right: Variation 2.

<p>Excerpt W</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which variation does Haydn briefly switch to a minor key?

<p>Second Variation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Listen to each excerpt from Haydn's Symphony No. 94, II. Then drag the corresponding card to the appropriate term.

<p>Theme - Excerpt X, Variation 1 - Excerpt Y, Variation 4 - Excerpt Z, Coda - Excerpt W</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following phrases or words apply to the second movement of Haydn's Symphony No. 94?

<p>Two-part theme</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Haydn's Symphony No. 94 in G Major (Surprise), II

  • The form of the second movement is theme and variations.
  • The second movement is not marked as a presto tempo.
  • Performing forces consist of an orchestra.
  • True statements about the second variation include changing to a minor key; false include any description of it as the fourth variation.
  • The movement contains Excerpts Z, X, Y, and W in that order.
  • Descriptive elements of the movement:
    • Form: Theme and variations
    • Meter: Duple
    • Expression: Simple and witty
  • Characteristics of the music:
    • Tempo: Slower
    • Texture: Predominantly homophonic
    • Melody: Folklike
  • The first section of the theme outlines a triad, while the second is more disjunct.
  • Key true statements about the movement: includes a "surprise" in the theme; mainly in major key except for the second variation; there are four variations.
  • Key false statements state the theme contains a "joke" or that variations precede the theme.
  • The fourth variation features a fortissimo A section statement with offbeat accents.
  • Instrument families involved: Strings, Winds, and Percussion.
  • The nickname "Surprise" does not stem from the harmonies in the coda.
  • Excerpts appear in a different order than previously listed in other questions.
  • The first variation features a countermelody and both A and B sections, while incorrect statements may suggest it was a fourth variation or coda.
  • In the third variation, a woodwind countermelody is added, and the rhythm is quicker than its original theme.
  • A transitional bridge exists between the fourth variation and coda featuring a sustained chord.
  • The second variation briefly shifts to a minor key.
  • Initial theme statements occur in the order of Excerpts Y, X, W, and Z.
  • Overall structure includes four variations, a two-part theme, and is orchestral in nature; it does not contain three variations or resemble a solo concerto.

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Test your knowledge on Haydn's Symphony No. 94, movement II, with this listening guide quiz. Explore the form, tempo markings, and performing forces of this iconic piece. Perfect for music students and enthusiasts alike.

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