Rhythm, Metre And Tempo Flashcards

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There are 3 turns in the piece - describe them

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The first is a diatonic septuplet (b. 4) and the second is a chromatic septuplet (b. 23) (septuplet - seven notes played in the length of a crotchet). There is also a dectuplet in b. 79

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What is the time signature of the piece?

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4/4 (C)

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What is written at the start of the score and what does it tell the performer to do?

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Sostenuto - ‘sustained’ - the piece should be played in a legato and unhurried manner

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What technique is used to make a flexible tempo?

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Rubato - some notes are played longer or shorter than written

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