Mozart Rondo Flashcards
Form?
It is Rondo Form, which can be represented by the letters ABACA or ABACABA, where A is the main theme and B and C represent the different episodes
period and style
This piece is written in the classical period which lasted from 1730 to 1820. The Classical period was characterized by the emphasis on form, which meant creating clear and structured forms such as sonata and rondo form. There was also an increase of the use of dynamics,to create contrast and dramatic expression.
other composers from this period
Hyden and Bach
Who is Mozart
Mozart lived from 1756 to 1791 and he was an Austrian composer and musician. He is known for his attention to detail in his symphonies, operas and chamber music.
what are mozarts influences
He has influenced composers such as Jean-Pierre Rampal, Schubert and Beethoven
Who has he been influenced by
Bach
Other works
Some of Mozarts most famous works are operas such as “The Marriage of Figaro” and “The Magic Flute”.
Other Genres from this period
IN the classical period, there were development and popularity of other musical genres such as string quartets, solo concertos and solo sonatas. String quartets usually consisted of 2 violins, viola and cello, solo concertos featured a solo instrument accompanied by an orchestra and solo sonatas consisted of multiple movements, each with its own form and character.
Key?
It starts in D major, then in Bar 51 it transitions to B minor. In Bar 56, it changes to A major, then back to D major in Bar 84, then to G major in Bar 95, then goes to Bar 111 where it changes to E minor, then it goes back to D major in Bar 118. From there it goes into its tonic minor, which is D minor in Bar 124 then back to the tonic or D major in 139 until the end.
