Pierrot Lunaire Op.21 no. 21 Flashcards
What is the German title of no. 21 and its English translation?
O alter Duft aus Märchenzeit - O old aroma of March time
what is one thing unique about no.21 compared to the other pieces in this song cycle?
It’s the only time all 8 instruments are required.
What is the key, form, tempo and time signature here?
atonal, rondeau, bewegt (with motion), C
Give a summary of the text.
Pierrot basks in the warm sunlight and reflects nostalgically on his life and hopes and dreams for the future.
In what ways does no. 21 contrast no 18?
It sounds more traditional: the melodic lines are more flowing and lyrical, and although still technically atonal, consonance is suggested through the parallel third writing and use of triads.
Describe a special technique used by Schoenberg and what effect it creates in this particular piece.
the Sprechstimme conveys a wistful, dream-like quality in keeping with the text.
