Classical- oratorio Flashcards
Like an opera, an oratorio will generally begin with…
an overture
A notable difference is that oratorios are usually based on biblical themes rather than on…
historical or mythological themes.
What new genre did Handel create?
English Oratorio
Who composed the oratorio “The Creation”?
Haydn
a large-scale work for soloists, chorus, and orchestra
serious subject matter, generally based on biblical texts in the Baroque and Classical eras
consists of recitatives, arias, ensembles, and choruses
performed in a concert setting without scenery, costumes, or acting
oratorio
Who are the characters in The Creation? A. Gabriel B. Uriel C. Constable D. Raphael E. Adam F. Jylavix G. God H. Eve
Gabriel soprano an archangel Uriel tenor an archangel Raphael bass an archangel Adam bass the first man Eve soprano the first woman
Who sings “And God said: Let there be light”?
Uriel, tenor
What kind of recitative is “And God said: Let there be light”?
Recitativo secco
Who sings “In splendor bright”?
Uriel, tenor
What kind of recitative is “In splendor bright”?
Recitativo accompagnato
Sources of libretto: the book of Genesis and John Milton’s epic poem…
Paradise Lost
Who sings “The heavens are telling the glory of God”?
Trio and Chorus
sometimes referred to as the “father of the Classical symphony” due to his significant contributions to the early development of the genre
embraced the grace and elegance of the early Classical style but also the dramatic contrasts of Sturm und Drang
although traditional in many respects, he was fond of experimentation, particularly concerning formal structure
Haydn
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symphony concerto chamber music piano sonata and variations opera oratorio sacred vocal works novelties
contributed to the development of sonata form; some symphonies include dramatic, slow introductions
often used a monothematic exposition in his sonata-form movements
Haydn
considered the “father of the string quartet,” he developed this new chamber music genre to the point of pre-romantic expression
Haydn
What sort of nature is revealed in Haydn’s works?
a humorous or whimsical nature is revealed in many of his works, for example, Symphony No. 45 (“Farewell”) and Symphony No. 94 (“Surprise”)
What sort of simple music influenced Haydn?
influenced by folk music, as evidenced in his use of rustic melodies, pizzicato strings (suggesting a guitar), and pedal points (suggesting bagpipes)
Where did Haydn use vivid word painting?
used vivid word painting in masses and oratorios
What dramatic elements does Haydn use?
dramatic elements included sudden accents and bold changes of chords or keys (for example, his use of a loud C major chord in The Creation to depict the word “light”)
a modified version of sonata form, often used in the first movement of a Classical concerto
the orchestral exposition introduces the principal themes and establishes the tonic key
the solo exposition follows: the soloist, supported by the orchestra, presents a fresh version of the first theme, initiates the modulation away from the tonic key, and often introduces a new theme for the solo instrument in the secondary key before the original second theme appears in that key
double exposition
the first movement of what concerto does RCM use in its history course?
Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major, Op. 9, K. 453: I. Allegro
True or False?
The chorus is an integral part of the dramatic action.
The recitative is melodic in nature, and largely in arioso style.
The music avoids empty displays of virtuosity in favor of “a beautiful simplicity.”
true
Opera buffa first appeared in the early part of the 18th century in Italy. This new genre was comical in nature and featured down-to-earth characters, fast-paced plots, and humorous situations. It was sung throughout with no…
spoken dialogue.
a male character performed by a soprano, mezzo-soprano, or contralto
roles originally created for castrati are sometimes turned into trouser roles in modern performances
trouser role
an orchestral work preceding an opera or oratorio
frequently made use of sonata form
in the later 18th century, composers sometimes quoted themes that would be heard later in the opera
overture
Italian for “trio”
a musical number for three voices (characters)
terzetto
Italian comic opera
sung throughout with no spoken dialogue
features down-to-earth characters, fast-paced plots, farce, and sexual innuendo
opera buffa
modified sonata form:
an abbreviated sonata form
contains an exposition and recapitulation, but no development
developed by composers in the 18th century, often used in overtures
