Chapter 8

Question 1

began after 16th century. expression is now important. form becoming regular

Answer 1

baroque

Question 2

probably known as rich ppl music where venice is.

Answer 2

baroque

Question 3

what was the rhythm, meter, and texture like in baroque?

Answer 3

rhythm is more definite and regular. texture is both homo and poly phonic. uses basso continuo.

Question 4

two parts of basso continuo are?

Answer 4

ground bass and basso ostinato.

Question 5

from baroque period where the system when all chords have a specific interrelation and function in relation to the tonic

Answer 5

functional harmony

Question 6

began in florence in 1600; drama presented in music with vocalist and ?

Answer 6

opera

Question 7

type of opera for advancing the plot. rhythm free with sparce accompaniment

Answer 7

recitative

Question 8

for explaining the plot point. extended for solo singer. more melodic consistent

Answer 8

aria

Question 9

what engages the audience in an opera?

Answer 9

dance, virtuosity, and vocal music

Question 10

what was aenas opera about?

Answer 10

aeneas is instructed by gods to leave queen. and she kills herself.