Topic E: Fourth movements

Question 1

Haydn 2

Answer 1

Short and simple rondo finale third movement (no minuet) in a rondo idea

Question 2

Haydn 31

Answer 2

-Gentle set of seven simple variations followed by an unexpected presto section with material from the first movement.

Question 3

Beethoven 3

Question 4

Beethoven 5

Answer 4

• Beethoven makes this the climax of the symphony by resolving the troubled C minor of the first and third movements in the blaze of C major.
• The finale comes straight out of the dominant pedal at the end of the previous scherzo movement and begins in a triumphant march like theme.

Question 5

Brahms 4

Answer 5

-Incorporates a baroque idea of a passacaglia but still includes the complex harmonies and structure typical of a romantic composer.

Question 6

Mahler 2

Answer 6

• Begins with material that echoes previous movements.

- Incorporates solo singers and a chorus.