Grade 2-Raider's March

Question 1

Who is the composer?

What is he known for?

Answer 1

John Williams is an American composer who is mostly known for his film scores.

His film credits include Star Wars, Raiders of the lost Ark, Harry Potter & More!

Question 2

What is the meaning behind the title?

Answer 2

Raider’s March is the main theme from the movie Raiders of the lost Ark. The movie was directed by Steve Speilberg and was released in 1981. The main character, Indiana Jones, was played by Harrison Ford. Raider’s March symbolises Indiana Jones’ adventurous spirit, and it was reused in the subsequent Indiana Jones movies.

Question 3

What is the time signature of this piece?

Answer 3

The time signature means FOUR CROTCHET BEATS in a bar (simple quaruple time)

Question 4

How does this piece begin?

Answer 4

This piece begins with an ANACRUSIS which is an incomplete bse, or upbeat.

Question 5

What is the key of this piece?

Answer 5

C major. The key signature contains no sharps or flats

Question 6

Analysis of this piece?

Answer 6

Raider’s march contains two main sections. Each section uses a theme associated with Indiana Jones in the movie, using broken chords to depict his self-confidence

Section 1 (bars 1-9)
Section 2 (bars 10-31)