Late 20th century Flashcards
1
Q
What are characteristics of postmodernism?
A
- hodgepodge of influences
- experimentation
- late 20th cent. to present
2
Q
What are characteristics of George Crumbs piece “Cabillito Negro” ?
A
- form is ternary
- features a women sining in many pitches
- flute and percussion used
3
Q
What are characteristics of John Cages “Sonata 5”
A
- binary structure
- played by a piano
- suppose to be random notes selected but ut comes out to be music
4
Q
How does John Cage compose his piece “Sonata 5”?
A
- uses a piano and attaches random nails in the piano
- used dice to decide on the notes
5
Q
What are characteristics of John Cages “Merce Cunningham”
A
- random tapes playing over each other
- other random noise follow
