Star Wars Flashcards
1
Q
Name the instrument which plays the melody at the start of the extract.
A
Piccolo
2
Q
Identify one word which describes the articulation of the opening melody.
multiple choice
A
B
3
Q
Explain how the composer establishes a sense of outer space at the start of the extract by referring to accompaniment and melody
A
Accompaniment
Celesta
Harp
Violins
Melody
Chromatic
Leitmotif
1 mark for each (accomp and mel)
4
Q
Explain how the composer uses rhythm to create tension when the brass instruments enter.
A
Cross rhythms
Dotted
only need one
5
Q
Identify the rhythm of the ostinato played by the strings and timpani in the final,
fast section of the extract.
multiple choice
A
B
6
Q
Name the harmonic device heard at the end of the extract
A
drone
pedal
only need 1
