1st Movement Symphony No.40 Flashcards
1
Q
What century was the piece composed in
A
18th century
2
Q
What symphony is this from
A
It is the first movement from symphony No 40
3
Q
What is the style of the piece
A
Classical
4
Q
Name 8 key features of classical music
A
- simple/diatonic harmonies
- expression markings
- balanced/repetitive melodies
- musical dialogue (call and response)
- homophonic
- increased use of wind instruments
- harpsichord replaced by piano
- gradual change of dynamics (crescendo &diminuendo
- syncopation
5
Q
Key
A
G minor
6
Q
Metre
A
4/4
7
Q
Structure
A
Sonata form
8
Q
What is sonata form
A
- exposition
- 1st subject
- bridge passage
- 2nd subject
- codetta
- development
- recapitulation
- coda
9
Q
Tempo
A
Molto allegro (very fast)
10
Q
Instruments used
A
Classical orchestra But No timpani No trumpets Only 1 flute
11
Q
Give two ways to describe rhythm
A
- simple
- syncopation and dotted rhythms used to create interest
12
Q
Is the piece diatonic throughout
A
Yes
13
Q
Structure and tonality
What key is the first subject in
A
G minor
14
Q
What key is the bridge and second subject in
A
B flat major
15
Q
What key is the development in
A
Starts in f sharp major
Then moves through the circle of fifths
