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What instrument plays the oboe part in the section similar to B19?
What instrument plays the oboe part in the section similar to B19?
- Violin
- Trombone
- Flute
- Bassoon (correct)
What technique is used in B250 that involves rhythmic changes?
What technique is used in B250 that involves rhythmic changes?
- Rhythmic elongation
- Rhythmic diminution (correct)
- Rhythmic displacement
- Rhythmic syncopation
Which key is referenced at the end of the section described?
Which key is referenced at the end of the section described?
- C major
- A major
- D major (correct)
- E minor
In the first subject, which instrument features the theme from B95?
In the first subject, which instrument features the theme from B95?
What musical concept begins with an anacrusis in the section noted?
What musical concept begins with an anacrusis in the section noted?
What is the primary implication of the melody in B221-236?
What is the primary implication of the melody in B221-236?
In which section does the tonic key become established according to B222?
In which section does the tonic key become established according to B222?
Which musical element is characterized in B158-171?
Which musical element is characterized in B158-171?
What rhythmic feature is highlighted in Figaro's theme during the Exposition?
What rhythmic feature is highlighted in Figaro's theme during the Exposition?
What aspect of dynamics and harmony is particularly noted in B30?
What aspect of dynamics and harmony is particularly noted in B30?
What does the motif in the A section primarily exhibit?
What does the motif in the A section primarily exhibit?
What notable harmonic feature occurs at B15?
What notable harmonic feature occurs at B15?
Which cadence is described as weak at B23?
Which cadence is described as weak at B23?
What is the texture at B27 when the dominant seventh in Ab major is played?
What is the texture at B27 when the dominant seventh in Ab major is played?
Which section features augmented rhythm patterns?
Which section features augmented rhythm patterns?
What key is predominantly utilized during A?
What key is predominantly utilized during A?
What type of dynamic expression is depicted in the aria?
What type of dynamic expression is depicted in the aria?
At B9 and B12, which musical element is featured?
At B9 and B12, which musical element is featured?
What is the primary rhythmic characteristic of Theme 1 in Purcell's movement?
What is the primary rhythmic characteristic of Theme 1 in Purcell's movement?
Which harmonic change occurs in Theme 1?
Which harmonic change occurs in Theme 1?
In Theme 2, what rhythmic pattern is primarily utilized?
In Theme 2, what rhythmic pattern is primarily utilized?
What describes the texture of Purcell's Movement Two?
What describes the texture of Purcell's Movement Two?
Which aspect of the melody in Theme 3 differentiates it from Theme 2?
Which aspect of the melody in Theme 3 differentiates it from Theme 2?
Which of the following cadences is decorated in Theme 1?
Which of the following cadences is decorated in Theme 1?
What harmonic feature is prominent in Theme 3?
What harmonic feature is prominent in Theme 3?
What type of articulation is mainly observed in the melodies of Purcell's work?
What type of articulation is mainly observed in the melodies of Purcell's work?
Which texture is observed in the trumpet parts of the themes?
Which texture is observed in the trumpet parts of the themes?
What is the typical function of the harmonic rhythm in Theme 1?
What is the typical function of the harmonic rhythm in Theme 1?
What technique is employed in the Episode 3 regarding the bassline?
What technique is employed in the Episode 3 regarding the bassline?
Which harmonic structure is used to transition through keys in Episode 3?
Which harmonic structure is used to transition through keys in Episode 3?
In the Ritornello 4 section, what is notably disrupted?
In the Ritornello 4 section, what is notably disrupted?
What melodic technique is highlighted in Episode 4?
What melodic technique is highlighted in Episode 4?
What is the tessitura utilized in the Episode 4?
What is the tessitura utilized in the Episode 4?
Which technique is used to create texture in Episode 4?
Which technique is used to create texture in Episode 4?
How does episode 3 enhance rhythmic complexity?
How does episode 3 enhance rhythmic complexity?
What is a dominant characteristic of the contriving motion noted in the bass?
What is a dominant characteristic of the contriving motion noted in the bass?
What features are distinctive to the cadential figurations in Episode 3?
What features are distinctive to the cadential figurations in Episode 3?
What effect is created by the antiphonal interaction in Episode 4?
What effect is created by the antiphonal interaction in Episode 4?
What characterizes the rhythm in Purcell's melody?
What characterizes the rhythm in Purcell's melody?
In Vivaldi's first movement, what primarily defines the motifs presented?
In Vivaldi's first movement, what primarily defines the motifs presented?
Which aspect of harmony is notable in Purcell's composition?
Which aspect of harmony is notable in Purcell's composition?
Which instrumentation is highlighted in Vivaldi's second movement?
Which instrumentation is highlighted in Vivaldi's second movement?
What texture is prominent in the last section of Vivaldi's first movement?
What texture is prominent in the last section of Vivaldi's first movement?
What best describes the dynamics used throughout Purcell's movement?
What best describes the dynamics used throughout Purcell's movement?
Which characteristic is associated with the cadential points in Purcell's piece?
Which characteristic is associated with the cadential points in Purcell's piece?
What rhythmic device is introduced in Vivaldi's episodic sections?
What rhythmic device is introduced in Vivaldi's episodic sections?
Which harmonic structure is regularly seen through Vivaldi's second movement?
Which harmonic structure is regularly seen through Vivaldi's second movement?
In terms of texture, what best describes the opening section of Vivaldi's first movement?
In terms of texture, what best describes the opening section of Vivaldi's first movement?
What is a feature of the descending sequence in Purcell's second idea?
What is a feature of the descending sequence in Purcell's second idea?
What emotional effect is achieved through the use of falling melodies in Purcell's work?
What emotional effect is achieved through the use of falling melodies in Purcell's work?
What rhythmic characteristic defines the use of hemiola in Purcell's phrasing?
What rhythmic characteristic defines the use of hemiola in Purcell's phrasing?
Which aspect of the texture is notably simplified in Vivaldi's second episode?
Which aspect of the texture is notably simplified in Vivaldi's second episode?
Flashcards
Motif
Motif
The musical building block of the melody in a piece of music, often repeated with variations. It can be a short phrase or a single note.
Melody
Melody
The main tune of a piece of music, usually catchy and memorable. It can be simple or complex, and is often repeated throughout the piece.
Melody and Pitch
Melody and Pitch
The pattern of notes in a melody, showing how the notes rise and fall in pitch.
Rhythm
Rhythm
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Sonority
Sonority
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Dynamics
Dynamics
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Harmony
Harmony
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Texture
Texture
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Tonality
Tonality
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Articulation
Articulation
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Bassline
Bassline
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Ritornello
Ritornello
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Opening section
Opening section
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Episode
Episode
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Arpeggio
Arpeggio
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Doubled
Doubled
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Contrary motion
Contrary motion
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Tessitura
Tessitura
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Sequential harmony
Sequential harmony
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Triple stopping
Triple stopping
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String section
String section
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Recapitulation
Recapitulation
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Rhythmic diminution
Rhythmic diminution
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Antiphonal
Antiphonal
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Exposition
Exposition
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1st subject
1st subject
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2nd subject
2nd subject
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Bridge
Bridge
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Codetta
Codetta
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Movement
Movement
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Driving beat
Driving beat
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Hemiola
Hemiola
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Imitative fugal
Imitative fugal
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Inverted melody
Inverted melody
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Scalic motif
Scalic motif
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Homophony
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Study Notes
Mozart A1 No. 1 Aria Study Notes
- Exposition: The aria begins with a seven-bar opening phrase built from a motif of four ascending quarter notes.
- First Subject Group (B1-36): A repeated pattern of the motif forms a first subject group, characterized by a rising contour and ascending melodic figures. A distinct countermelody accompanies these ascending melodic lines, creating thematic interplay.
- Transition (B36-48): The transition section is characterized by a change in texture and a shift in the key center to a related key. This section connects the first and second subject group.
- Second Subject Group (B49-59): A new theme, distinct from the first subject, emerges with a contrasting melodic contour and different rhythmic patterns. This section is characterized by a distinct melody and harmonically different chords.
- Recapitulation (B139-end): The initial melody returns in this section, providing a summary of the main themes of the aria. The piece concludes with a coda section, which reinforces the initial theme and enhances the sense of completeness.
Mozart A1 No. 7 Terzett Study Notes
- Exposition: The opening of the terzett is characterized by rising musical phrases and short melodic statements.
- Transition (B16-42): The transition exhibits a shift in the key center and features a short, rising phrase, followed by counterpoint and repeated text.
- Second Subject (B43-68): This section introduces a new theme with a different melodic contour and a more lyrical quality.
- Coda of Exposition (B57-68): The coda of the exposition section emphasizes the new thematic material while highlighting the emotional nuances.
- Development (B70-146): The development section introduces new melodic and rhythm ideas. The development section explores and manipulates themes from earlier, expanding on the musical landscape.
- Recapitulation (B147-200): The recapitulation section presents a return to the themes from the exposition, strengthening the sense of musical closure.
- Second Subject (B167-200): The repeated phrases and counterpoint from the second subject highlight the musical structure of the piece.
- Coda (B201-end): This section concludes the terzett, possibly with further developments or variations of previous themes, strengthening the sense of stylistic completeness.
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