MUSC 101 Late Classical Quiz Review Flashcards
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Who was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?
A prolific and influential composer of the Classical era born in Salzburg, Austria.
What are notable works of Mozart?
- Piano Concerto in G Major K 453
- Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
What is Joseph Haydn known as?
The ‘Father of the Symphony’
What did Haydn significantly develop?
The symphonic form
Which family did Haydn work for during his career?
The Esterházy family
What is famous about Haydn’s ‘Symphony No. 94 in G Major’?
Its ‘Surprise’ element, showcasing innovative dynamics
What era does Beethoven’s music mark the transition to?
The Romantic era
What is the ‘Four Note Motif’ associated with?
Many of Beethoven’s works, including ‘Symphony No. 5’
What does the ‘Moonlight Sonata’ exemplify?
Beethoven’s emotional depth and innovative piano writing
How many movements does a concerto typically consist of?
Three movements
How many movements does a symphony generally have?
Four movements
What are the three main parts of the sonata-allegro form?
- Exposition
- Development
- Recapitulation
What does the Exposition in sonata-allegro form introduce?
The main themes
What methods of musical variation exist?
- Melodic variations
- Harmonic variations
- Rhythmic variations
What is a cadenza?
A solo passage in a concerto that is unaccompanied by the orchestra
What is a coda?
Extra material at the end of a piece, similar to an outro
What is Program Music?
Music that tells a specific story or conveys a particular idea
What is Absolute Music?
Music intended to be appreciated without any specific reference or narrative context
What is modulation in music?
The process of changing keys to create tension and interest
What is the tonic in music?
The key or home tone of a piece, serving as the foundation for the musical structure
Identify a key piece by Mozart featuring a long introduction.
Piano Concerto in G Major K 453, Mvt 1
What characterizes Mozart’s ‘Eine Kleine Nachtmusik’?
Its fast ‘rocket theme’ and string techniques
What is the famous motif of Beethoven’s ‘Symphony No. 5’?
‘BADDDA BAHM’
What is notable about Beethoven’s ‘Moonlight Sonata’?
Its piano-only composition, evoking a serene atmosphere
