Debussy Nuages Flashcards
1
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What type of music is Nuages?
A
Impressionism
2
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What is the tonal centre of Nuages?
A
B
3
Q
What form is Nuages in?
A
Rotational Form (ABA’)
4
Q
Describe the opening 2 bars of Nuages:
A
Bar 1 - solo Piano - The tenor and soprano voices are playing B minor octatonic, the alto and bass voices are playing B octatonic (with chromatic auxiliary notes)
Bar 2 - Same as Bar 1
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