Classical Era Study Guide 3

Question 1

How would you describe the patronage system? What were the advantages and disadvantages to artists serving under this system/

Answer 1

The system:

Pros- steady work, resources
Cons- not much artistic freedom, status low

Question 2

The smallest unit of a melody is called a(n)

Answer 2

motif

Question 3

The principal melody in a composition is called a

Answer 3

theme

Question 4

How many movements are typically found in the multimovementx cycle?

Answer 4

Four

Question 5

Which of the following genres is often in a multimovementx cycle form?

Answer 5

all of the above

Question 6

Which of the following is the standard form for the first movement in a multimovementx cycle?

Answer 6

Sonata- allegro form

Question 7

Which are the three main sections of this first movement form?

Answer 7

exposition development recapitulation

Question 8

How many movements does the Classical Era Concerto have?

Answer 8

three

Question 9

What is the standard temp scheme of a multimovementx cycle?

Answer 9

fast- slow- moderate- fast

Question 10

What is the purpose of the development section?

Answer 10

To build tension, create drama, develop theme