Cavellini Flashcards
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Who was Cavellini?
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Cavallini was an Italian clarinetist and Composer. He studied at the Milan Conservatory and had a successful career as a touring virtuoso (often playing his own compositions) and as principle clarinetist of La Scala. He was popularly known as the Paganini of the clarinet and his playing inspired Verdi to write several clarinet solos in his operas.
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What era is Cavallini from?
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Romantic era
3
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What are some characteristics from the romantic era?
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- emphasis on lyrical, songlike melodies and richer harmonies
- greater technical virtuosity
- passionate and expresssive
- chromaticism
4
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What is a caprice?
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A piece of music, usually fairly free in form and of a lively character.
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Popular compositions?
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Characteristic pieces, nationalistic dances, etudes, impromptus, rhapsodies and caprices.
