Grade 7 Aural Flashcards
1
Q
Baroque characteristics
A
- Ornamentation
- Limited range
- No change in dynamics
- Majestic/formal
2
Q
Baroque composers
A
Bach, Purcell
3
Q
Classical characteristics
A
- Melodic (with accompaniment)
- Regular phrases
- Gentle dynamics
- Scales/arpeggios
4
Q
Classical composers
A
Mozart, Clementi
5
Q
Romantic characteristics
A
- Rubato
- Song-like melody
- Rich harmonies
- Use of pedal
- Dramatic dynamics
6
Q
Romantic composers
A
Chopin, Brahms
7
Q
Modern characteristics
A
- Discordant
- Rhythmic
- Jazzy/syncopated rhythm
- Strong chords
- Blues scale
- Wide range of notes and dynamics
- Spiky articulation
8
Q
Modern composers
A
Debussy, Stravinsky
9
Q
Textural descriptors
A
chordal, thick/sparse, unison, monophonic/homophonic/polyphonic
10
Q
What structure are you looking for?
A
No. of sections, contrast/balance, repeated phrases, introduction
11
Q
Tonal descriptors
A
major/minor, chromatic, dissonant, jazzy
12
Q
Perfect cadence
A
V - I (finished)
13
Q
Imperfect cadence
A
IV/I - V (unfinished)
14
Q
Interrupted cadence
A
V - VI (surprising)
