Music and Art Quiz: Symphonie Fantastique
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What is the primary characteristic of program music?

  • It primarily focuses on complex harmonies.
  • It tells a story through instrumental means. (correct)
  • It is typically performed in large vocal ensembles.
  • It incorporates lyrics to convey its message.

Which of the following works is a poetic series of evocations of a child’s work?

  • Kinderszenen, Opus 15 (correct)
  • Abegg Variations, Opus 1
  • Symphonie Fantastique
  • Carnaval, Opus 9

What is the tempo of the first movement of Symphonie Fantastique?

  • Andante
  • Largo and Allegro agitato (correct)
  • Vivace
  • Adagio

In which movement of Symphonie Fantastique can a waltz be found?

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What aspect of music does Hector Berlioz emphasize in his compositions?

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Which movement of Symphonie Fantastique is considered the most fantastic?

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What is the form of the third movement, Scene in the Country, in Symphonie Fantastique?

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Which movement of Symphonie Fantastique is composed of two different themes?

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What is depicted in 'The Death of Marat'?

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Which artist is known for portraying nude flesh in marble sculptures?

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What is the main style influence for Neo-classical architecture?

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Which work depicts Napoleon on an ornate throne?

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In what type of architecture is the Temple Style primarily used?

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Who created the sculpture 'Psyche Awaked by Cupid's Kiss'?

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Which of the following sculptures commemorates the Swiss Guards during the French Revolution?

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Which artist was a pupil of Jacques-Louis David?

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What architectural feature is considered rare in Renaissance architecture?

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Which architect's style heavily influenced the Palladian Style of villa construction?

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What is a defining characteristic of the Classical Block Style in architecture?

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Which of the following best describes the Romanticism movement in art?

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What element did Eugene Delacroix utilize to create visual effects in his paintings?

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Which artwork is considered a major work by Jean Louis Theodore Gericault?

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Which theme was NOT typically emphasized in Romantic paintings?

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Which painting by Delacroix personifies Liberty during the French Revolution?

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Which artist is known for the famous artwork 'Spoliarium'?

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What is Fernando Cueto Amorsolo primarily known for?

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Who is referred to as the 'Father of Philippine Arts'?

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Which artist is recognized as the 'Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture'?

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Festival dances in the Philippines are usually performed in honor of what?

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The 'Planting Rice' artwork by Fernando Cueto Amorsolo depicts which themes?

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What type of festivals are most common in the Philippines?

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Which of the following statements is incorrect about classicism and neoclassicism?

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Which festival is celebrated in Bacolod City?

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What is the primary focus of the fundamental rhythm program?

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Which festival is associated with the mango industry?

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Locomotor movements primarily involve which of the following?

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What is defined as the transfer of weight from one foot to the other?

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Which festival originates from Pampanga and celebrates migratory birds?

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When is the T’nalak festival celebrated?

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What was Tchaikovsky famous for composing?

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Which festival honors the corn industry?

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Which of the following works is NOT associated with Tchaikovsky?

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What characterizes Neoclassical painting?

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Who is considered one of the most prominent Neoclassical artists?

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What best describes a program symphony?

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In the context of neoclassicism, what does the term 'local color' refer to?

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What period is known as the Age of Reason or Age of Enlightenment?

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Which characteristic is commonly associated with Camille Saint-Saens' music?

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Flashcards

Program Music

Instrumental music that tells a story without words, using musical elements to evoke images and emotions.

Symphonie Fantastique

A symphony that features a composer's imaginative journey, including contrasting moods and scenes.

Tone Color

The use of different instruments or combinations of instruments to create a specific sound or atmosphere.

Reveries/Passion

The first movement of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique, characterized by its emotional intensity and contrasting sections.

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A Ball

The second movement of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique, depicting a lively ball.

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Scene in the Country

The third movement of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique, reflecting a peaceful and serene scene in nature.

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March to the Scaffold

The fourth movement of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique, representing a march to an execution.

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Dream of a Witches' Sabbath

The fifth and final movement of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique, portraying a nightmarish vision of a witch's Sabbath.

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Program Symphony

A type of orchestral composition that tells a story or conveys an idea through music.

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Neoclassicism

A style of art that emphasizes order, balance, and clarity, drawing inspiration from classical Greek and Roman art.

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Jacques-Louis David

A French painter known for his neoclassical style, focusing on historical subjects with realistic details.

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Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

A Russian composer renowned for his ballets, such as Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and Sleeping Beauty. He also wrote the musical poems 'Fatum' and 'Romeo and Juliet'.

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Camille Saint-Saëns

A French composer who embraced a neat, elegant style, avoiding excessive use of musical elements. He was a skilled organist and pianist.

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Neoclassical Art

A style of art that draws inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman art, emphasizing clarity, order, and balance.

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Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres

A prominent Neoclassical artist known for his intricate and idealized depictions of the human form, portraying figures from mythology and portraits.

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Antonio Canova

A Neoclassical sculptor famous for his delicate and intricate marble sculptures, particularly known for his portrayal of nude figures and mythological scenes.

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Bertel Thorvaldsen

A Danish Neoclassical sculptor known for his dramatic works, particularly his sculptures that depicted mythological and religious themes.

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Temple Style Architecture

The style of architecture that draws its inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman temples, incorporating classical elements like columns, pediments, and symmetry.

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Portrait of Napoleon on the Imperial Throne

A famous work by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, depicting the Roman emperor Napoleon in his imperial regalia, seated on a throne.

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Psyche Awaked by Cupid's Kiss

A famous work by Antonio Canova, depicting the Greek goddess Psyche being awakened by the love god Cupid's kiss.

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Lion of Lucerne

A dramatic sculpture by Bertel Thorvaldsen, depicting a dying lion, a symbol of courage and sacrifice, commemorating the Swiss Guards who died in the French Revolution.

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Peristyle

An architectural style featuring a continuous line of columns encircling a building, a characteristic rarely found in Renaissance architecture.

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Palladian Style

A style of architecture heavily influenced by Andrea Palladio's villa designs, characterized by balustrades, flat roofs, and classical details.

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Balustrade

A railing with vertical supports along the edge of a roof, a common feature in Palladian architecture.

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Classical Block Style

A building style characterized by rectangular or square plans, flat roofs, and abundant classical embellishments, often showcasing a series of arches and columns.

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Romanticism

An artistic movement emphasizing emotional expression, often featuring dramatic compositions, heightened sensations, and nature as a powerful force.

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Romantic Painting

A style of painting during the Romantic Period that emphasized the depiction of emotions and dramatic scenes.

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Jean Louis Theodore Gericault

A French painter and early master of the realistic school, known for his energetic, powerful, and tightly composed masterpieces.

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Eugene Delacroix

French Romantic painter known for his brilliant use of color and dramatic compositions, considered one of the greatest Romantic painters.

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Locomotor Movements

Movements that allow you to move from one place to another.

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Step

The foundation for all locomotor movements. It involves transferring your weight from one foot to the other.

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Walk

A series of steps taken by both feet, moving in any direction.

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Fundamental Rhythm Program Skills

Skills that are important for learning more complex dances and for effective movement in general.

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Philippine Festivals

These festivals highlight the agricultural industry or local products in the region.

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Bangus Festival

A festival in Dagupan, Pangasinan, celebrating the milkfish industry.

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Bambanti Festival

A festival held in Isabela that celebrates the scarecrow, representing farming traditions.

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Ammungan Festival

A festival in Nueva Vizcaya that celebrates the gathering of tribal industries, featuring a variety of traditional craft.

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Guillermo Estrella Tolentino

A prominent Filipino sculptor and National Artist, known as the "Father of Philippine Arts." He is best known for the iconic UP Oblation sculpture at the University of the Philippines.

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Fernando Cueto Amorsolo

A renowned Filipino painter and National Artist known for his vibrant portrayals of Philippine rural life and masterful use of light. He is especially recognized for his paintings depicting scenes of rice farming.

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Juan Luna

A celebrated Filipino painter and sculptor, considered one of the first acclaimed Filipino artists. He was also a prominent activist during the Philippine Revolution, known for his powerful artwork like the "Spoliarium," depicting the brutality of gladiatorial battles.

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Napoleón Abueva

A National Artist for Sculpture known as the "Father of Modern Philippine Sculpture." He is the only Boholano to receive this distinction, and his notable works include the "Siyam na Diwata ng Sining" (Nine Muses of Art).

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Festival Dances

Cultural dances performed by a community to celebrate a Patron Saint or express gratitude for a bountiful harvest. These dances often incorporate strong percussion rhythms and vibrant costumes.

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Study Notes

Music of the Romantic Period

  • Romantic music encompasses Western music from the late 18th to 19th centuries, often incorporating nationalism through folk tunes and heroes.
  • European music, particularly German, was heavily influenced by this period.
  • Performance practice examines the performance and creation methods of music.

Violin and String Music

  • Niccolò Paganini, an Italian, was a renowned violin virtuoso, known for his rapid progress and innovative techniques that surpassed his teachers.
  • Famous works include La Campanella, Carnival of Venice, and 24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1.

Piano Music

  • Frédéric Chopin, the "Poet of the Piano," was renowned for his expressive, elegant piano music.
  • His works, including Polonaise, Fantasie in F minor, and Revolutionary Etude, showcase rhythmic flexibility and beautiful tones.
  • Franz Liszt, a virtuoso pianist, composed symphonic poems, piano transcriptions of operas and symphonies. His Hungarian Rhapsodies, originally for solo piano, are notable.
  • Robert Schumann, both a composer and music critic, blended music and literature in his compositions. His Kinderszenen, Abegg Variations, and Carnaval were popular.

Program Music

  • Program music is an instrumental composition with no words that aims to illustrate or depict images and scenes.
  • Hector Berlioz, a French composer, is a prominent example, exemplified by his Symphonie Fantastique.
  • Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique is a multi-movement work showcasing the artistic use of tone color through the use of a huge orchestra and musical details to illustrate different feelings and emotions.

Sequence of Symphonie Fantastique

  • The symphony has multiple movements (1st. Reveries/Passion, 2nd. A Ball, 3rd. Scene in the Country, 4th. March to the Scaffold, 5th. Dream of a Witches' Sabbath) with varying emotions and tempos (e.g., Largo, Allegro agitato e appasionado assai).

Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

  • A Russian composer influenced by Mozart, Tchaikovsky was known for his melodic and descriptive music.
  • His works include Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and Sleeping Beauty.

Camille Saint-Saëns

  • Camille Saint-Saëns' elegant, polished music distinguishes him as a composer.
  • Well-known for his artistry on the piano and organ, Saint-Saens' music is refined and graceful.
  • His famous works include Carnival of the Animals, Danse Macabre, and The Swan.

Program Symphony

  • A program symphony is an orchestral composition that conveys a story or idea, exemplified by Don Quixote, Romeo and Juliet, and Fantastique Symphony.

Arts of the Neoclassic and Romantic Periods

Neoclassicism

  • Neoclassicism, a Western art movement, draws inspiration from classical Greek and Roman art.
  • The Neoclassical period coincided with the Age of Reason and the Enlightenment.
  • Key characteristics include the portrayal of Roman history, formal compositions, and use of diagonals to portray emotions.
  • Neoclassical painting utilized local color and overall lighting, often employing classic geometric designs.
  • Leading Neoclassical artists like Jacques-Louis David are renowned for their works.

Neoclassical Sculptures

  • Prominent sculptors like Antonio Canova and Bertel Thorvaldsen created sculptures with influential forms influenced by Roman styles.

Romantic painting

  • Romanticism emphasized emotional expression through subjective interpretations.
  • Leading figures like Jean-Louis Theodore Gericault and Eugene Delacroix captured dramatic and emotional scenes, contrasting with Neoclassical formality.
  • Francisco Goya, known for his intense and emotional realism, also painted during the Romantic period.

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