Golliwogs Cakewalk, Debussy Fusion Flashcards
What is the structure of this piece?
Simple ABA ternary form
What is section A(1)?
Ragtime-like syncopated dance tune consists of two themes played alternately with variations the second time they a played
How does section A move into section B?
6 bar transition
Who wrote Golliwogs Cakewalk?
Debussy
What is section B like?
Flirtatious lilting section, introduces two new themes, the first is payed over 14 bars and the next over 12. Section concludes with a 17 bar variation of the second theme
How does the piece end?
8 bar ending (b112-120) - recapitulation phrase, does not conform to typical 16 bar phrase of basic ragtime
What is the instrumentation like for this piece?
Piano only, reflects ragtime influenc
How is the piano played?
Minimal use of pedal, sharp and precise staccato
What kind of textures are there?
Use of octaves on Bb e.g. b25, mainly homophonic as was the nature of ragtime - stride piano
Are there some modal elements?
Yes
What and where is the modulation?
b47 modulates from Eb major to Gb major 5th in LH part
What is section B like harmonically?
More unpredictable
What classical rhythm features are there?
Use of grace notes preceding chords
What jazz rhythmic features are there? (5)
Use of syncopation, emphasis on beats 2 and 4 2/4 time signature typical of ragtime Dotted rhythms in RH stride piano in LH
What happens melodically in section A
A series of thirds in the passage after bar 25
