At the End of the Day Flashcards
1
Q
What key does Act 1 begin in?
A
A flat major
This key is a tritone away from D minor, indicating a change in both time and setting.
2
Q
What key does Act 1 settle into?
A
F minor
This key reflects a grimmer atmosphere.
3
Q
What historical context does the song address?
A
The hardships of the poor living in France in the 1800s.
4
Q
In what form is ‘At the end of the day’ composed?
A
Modified strophic form
This means the verses repeat throughout the song.
5
Q
What is the primary theme of the song?
A
Hardship and oppression.
6
Q
List the structure of the song.
A
- Intro
- V1
- V2
- V3
- V4
- V5
- V6
- V7
- Episode 1
- V8
- V9
- V10
- Episode 2
- Postlude
7
Q
True or False: The prologue ends in C major.
A
False
The prologue ends in D minor.
8
Q
What does the change from D minor to A flat major signify?
A
A change in both time and setting.
