List A Flashcards
1
Q
What are some facts about Boehm
A
- he was a flautist
- he invented the type of flute that became the basis for the modern day flute
- most of his compositions are based in the song style (eg. operatic arias and folk songs)
2
Q
What are some of Boehm’s well known works?
A
- Grande Polonaise
- Variations on a Waltz by Schubert
- His studies
3
Q
What time period(s) was the composer from and what are genres typical of it/them
A
Classical:
- simplicity and elegance
- structural clarity
- more symphonies, concertos and solo instrumental pieces
Romantic:
- drama and expression
- Tchaicovsky, Brahms and Mahler
- use of chromatic harmonies and dissonances
- extensive symphonies
4
Q
What form is it
A
Loosely ternary
5
Q
What is the key and what are the main modulations
A
Key: A minor
Modulations:
- F major
- C major
- E minor
6
Q
What is a caprice and how is it different to an Etude?
A
- a caprice is a loosely structured and lively piece whereas a study focuses on working on one specific skill
7
Q
Allegro?
A
Fast and lively
8
Q
Caesura
A
Break or interruption
