George Frideric Handel Music Style Flashcards
1
Q
Which international styles did Handel absorb?
A
German,
Italian,
French
2
Q
Which German styles did Handel absorb?
A
German counterpoint
3
Q
Which Italian styles did Handel absorb?
A
Italian opera
4
Q
Which French styles did Handel absorb?
A
French overture
5
Q
What were Handel’s textures like?
A
alternates between homorhythmic (homophonic) with contrapuntal (polyphonic) textures
6
Q
What basic elements did Handel use?
A
cordal passages,
scale figures,
sequential writing
7
Q
How did Handel convey a sense of pageantry and dramatic theatrical style?
A
grandiose gestures:
SATB chorus sound,
bold dynamic contrasts
8
Q
How did Handel connect words with his music?
A
word painting
