1700-1820 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three sections of sonata form called
A
exposition
development
recapitulation
2
Q
What is the exposition
A
Two subjects
First subject - always in the home key, lively and dramatic
Then a short transition or bridge passage
Second subject - contrast to first
Usually on subdominant, or dominant note
3
Q
What is the development
A
Develop one or both of the subjects from the exposition
- Sometimes feature modulations to keys
4
Q
What is recapitulation
A
Balances with the opening exposition
First subject in home key, does not need to modulate
Ends in a coda
5
Q
What is coda
A
End of a piece
