Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, K 525 (Mozart) Flashcards
characteristic features
symmetrical phrases, diatonic harmony, clarity of texture, charming character
date of composition
1787
genre
serenade for strings (chamber music)
performing forces
double string quartet, optional double bass
overall structure
4 movements, sonata cycle
1: form
sonata form
1: key
G major, then D major, then C major, then G major
1: tempo
Allegro
1: time sig
C
1: character/mood
jubilant, lively, playful
1: first line
outlines tonic, then dominant 7th chords
2: name
romanza
2: form
rondo form (ABACA Coda)
2: key
C major, then C minor (section C), then C major (section A3)
2: tempo
Andante
2: time signature
Cut time (2/2)
2: character/mood
lyrical, understated, elegant
2: internal structure
rounded binary form
3: form
ternary (ABA) (menuet-trio-menuet)
3: key
G major, then D major (dominant, Trio), then G major (Menuet 2)
3: tempo
Allegretto
3: time signature
3/4
3: character/mood
dynamic, robust, dance-like
4: form
sonata-rondo form
4: key
G major
4: tempo
Allegro
4: time signature
cut time (2/2)
4: character/mood
spirited, light-hearted
4: opening
rocket theme that outlines tonic arpeggio
4: 2nd theme
begins with downward turn of a minor 6th, stepwise motion, and some chromatic embellishments
review and reflection
influence of vocal melody (slow movements), clearly defined cadences (2nd mvmt), homophonic (1st mvmt)
