Music__Defying Gravity

Question 1

What are the characteristics of the melody in DG?

Answer 1

Syllabic, 4ths and 5ths (+ compound 4th), ascending sequences, vocalisation, conjunct intro, disjunct chorus and verses, leitmotifs, and an ‘unlimited’ theme based on ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’.

Question 2

What is the structure of DG?

Answer 2

Verse chorus and instrumentals.

Question 3

What is the texture of DG?

Answer 3

MDH, polyphonic at the end, and unison singing.

Question 4

What are the rhythm, time, and tempo characteristics in DG?

Answer 4

4/4 time, changes tempo frequently, rallentando, syncopation, triplets, dotted rhythms, and fermatas.

Question 5

What are the harmony features in DG?

Answer 5

Pedal notes, ambiguous tonality, augmented chords, and frequent modulation.

Question 6

What is the tonality of DG?

Answer 6

D major, modulates to B, G, Bm, etc., and is ambiguous at the start.

Question 7

What are the performing forces in DG?

Answer 7

Vocal duet, speaking and singing, orchestra, fanfare-like brass, and wide vocal range.