Pathetique Sonata Flashcards
1
Q
Who wrote the pathetique sonata?
A
Beethoven
2
Q
When was the pathetique sonata written?
A
1798
3
Q
What key is the pathetique sonata in?
A
C minor
4
Q
What are the three bits of sonata form?
A
- Exposition
- Development
- Recapitulation
5
Q
What period was the pathetique sonata written in?
A
- Classical period
6
Q
What does Beethoven use to express emotion in the pathetique sonata?
A
- Wide ranging dynamics
- Wide leaps (disjunct) between notes
- Contrary motion
7
Q
What is an important thing to say when talking about the melody in the pathetique sonata?
A
- Use of chromatic scales
- Short motifs
8
Q
How would you describe the rhythm in the pathetique sonata?
A
- Dotted rhythms and very short notes
- Syncopation
- Ostinato
9
Q
Describe the tonality of the pathetique sonata?
A
- C minor
- E flat major which is its relative major
- G minor which is the dominant
10
Q
Describe the texture of the pathetique sonata?
A
- Homophonic
11
Q
How would you describe the dynamics in the pathetique sonata?
A
- Wide contrasting dynamics
