MUS 1030 Part 5 Chapter 19 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Lisztomania?

A term describing the sensational reaction of audiences to Liszt and his concerts.

What is an etude?

A short, one-movement composition designed to improve a specific aspect of a performer's technique.

Liszt's recitals were innovative in that:

He placed the piano parallel with the line of the stage. (correct)

He was generally the only artist on the program. (correct)

He played from memory. (correct)

He performed dazzling feats of virtuosity. (correct)

What is meant by cross-stringing?

Overlaying the lowest-sounding strings across those of the middle register, thereby producing a richer, more homogenous sound. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the left-most pedal on the piano that, when depressed, reduces the dynamic level of the instrument?

Soft pedal. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the correct definition of nocturne.

A slow, introspective type of music, usually for piano, with rich harmonies and poignant dissonances that convey the mysteries of the night. Signup and view all the answers

Robert Schumann's Kinderszenen is a set of ___________ for the piano.

Character pieces. Signup and view all the answers

What does the sustaining pedal do on the piano?

It allows the strings to vibrate freely. Signup and view all the answers

What new feature was added to the piano during the nineteenth century?

An internal frame made of cast iron. Signup and view all the answers

What was one reason Liszt placed the piano parallel to the line of the stage in his recitals?

To show off his handsome profile. Signup and view all the answers

After receiving composition lessons from Antonio Salieri, Chopin was soon writing his own works at an astonishing rate.

False Signup and view all the answers

Chopin's career in Paris included hearing Niccolò Paganini play and vowing to transfer his violin technique to the keyboard.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the final year of Chopin's life?

While his tour of England and Scotland was financially profitable, it weakened his precarious health; he died in Paris of tuberculosis at the age of thirty-nine. Signup and view all the answers

Liszt's life epitomized that of the Romantic artist: While in Italy, he consorted with a gang of bandits and hurried into a disastrous marriage.

True Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lisztomania

Refers to the intense enthusiasm and excitement audiences displayed toward Franz Liszt and his concerts.

Etude

A brief, one-movement musical work designed specifically to enhance a performer's technical skills.

Liszt's Innovative Recitals

Played from memory, showcasing his lack of reliance on written music.
Typically the sole performer on the program, highlighting his star status.
Known for extraordinary displays of virtuosity, impressing audiences with his skills.
Positioned the piano parallel to the stage, allowing for a more engaging performance experience.

Cross-Stringing

Technique in piano design where lower strings are overlaid across middle strings, creating a fuller and more cohesive sound.

Soft Pedal

The leftmost pedal on a piano that, when pressed, lowers the dynamic level of the sound produced.

Nocturne

A genre characterized by slow, reflective music usually for piano, rich in harmonies and dissonances evoking the atmosphere of night.

Robert Schumann's Kinderszenen

A collection of character pieces written for piano, showcasing various emotions and moods.

Sustaining Pedal

This pedal allows the strings of the piano to vibrate freely, enriching the tonal quality and sustaining notes longer.

Nineteenth-Century Piano Innovations

Introduction of an internal cast iron frame, thicker steel strings, cross-stringing, and multiple pedals, greatly enhancing the instrument's performance and durability.

Liszt's Stage Positioning

Placing the piano parallel to the stage line served to showcase his physical appearance, particularly his profile during performances.

Chopin's Education and Early Success

Incorrectly asserted that he received composition lessons from Antonio Salieri; in reality, his education came from his father and was well-structured for his background.

Chopin's Career in Paris

Although he was truly impressed by Paganini, he did not aim to transfer the violinist’s technique to the piano; rather, he found his own successful niche among wealthy circles.

Final Year of Chopin

His tour in England and Scotland proved financially beneficial but led to a decline in health, ultimately resulting in his death from tuberculosis in Paris at thirty-nine.

Liszt's Romantic Image

Incorrectly portrayed as embroiled in scandal and personal strife while in Italy; rather, he was noted for his exceptional technical ability and significant collaborations, like with Marie d'Agoult.

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Test your knowledge of key terms and concepts in music theory with these flashcards from MUS 1030 Chapter 19. Explore definitions like 'Lisztomania' and the purpose of 'etudes', along with the innovative aspects of Liszt's recitals. Ideal for music students looking to reinforce their learning.