AOS2 - The Music of Broadway 1950s -1990s Flashcards
Where did what we today call musicals originate from?
Broadway (New York) or the West End (London)
What methods do musicals use to portray a story?
Singing, dancing and talking
What are some different types of musicals? (5)
- Book musicals
- Jukebox musicals
- Rock/ Pop Musicals
- Film musicals
- Concept musicals
What are the different types of musical songs? (5)
- Solo character songs
- Duets
- Actions Songs
- Overtures
- Chorus Numbers
Describe a solo character song
Where a single character expresses their feelings to the audience
Describe a Duet
Two character sing similar to a solo but the audience gets to see two different reactions to an event
Describe an Action song
Similar to recitatives in oratorios
They tell the audience what is happening in the plot and what may happen next
Describe a chorus number
Where the whole ensemble sings
Describe an overture
The opening song to a musical, covers some of the themes present in the musical
What is the structure of a musical song?
Similar to a pop song, with alternating verses and choruses, a middle 8, and an intro and outro
What are the melodies and harmonies like in musical songs?
- Melody - very simple and easy to sing - meant to be catchy
- Harmony - diatonic
