Chopin Features Flashcards
1
Q
Creates expressive feel
A
Rubato
2
Q
Trills, turns, mordents
A
Ornamentation
3
Q
Common harmonic feature
A
Chromaticism
4
Q
Helps create expression
A
Sudden changes in dynamics
5
Q
Common modulations
A
Not always to the closely related keys
6
Q
Common phrasing
A
Normally balanced phrases
7
Q
Commonly used chords
A
I, V, V7 and chromatic chords
8
Q
Common Chopin melody
A
Chopin flourishes
9
Q
Piano instrumentation
A
Piano often uses pedals
10
Q
Country he gets inspiration from
A
Norway
