Raindrop Prelude - Part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What period is this music set in?
A
Romantic Period
2
Q
What are the key features of Romantic Period?
A
- More expressive
- Rich & Chromatic harmonies used
3
Q
Who was the raindrop prelude by?
A
Chopin
4
Q
Why is it called the raindrop prelude?
A
Repeated quavers
5
Q
When was the raindrop prelude composed in?
A
1839
6
Q
What is the time signature of Prelude?
A
4/4
7
Q
What structure does it follow?
A
Ternary Form (ABA)
8
Q
What tempo is used?
A
Rubato
9
Q
What does Sotto Voce mean?
A
Play quietly
10
Q
What does Smorzando mean?
A
Dying Away
11
Q
What does Slentando mean?
A
Slow down
12
Q
What does X mean?
A
Double Sharp
13
Q
What does ped mean?
A
Sustaining pedal used
14
Q
What is the key?
A
Section A1 and A2 - Dflat major
Section B - Csharp Minor (Tonic Minor)
