Star Wars Flashcards
Definitions + analysis
1
Q
Leitmotif
A
When a character or idea is represented by the same music idea whenever they appear or are mentioned
2
Q
Instrumentation
A
The instruments used for a piece
3
Q
Homophonic texture
A
Melody and accompaniment texture
3
Q
General instrumentation for Star Wars
A
Full symphony orchestra
4
Q
Ternary form
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ABA structure (Star Wars main melody bars 4-29)
5
Q
Pedal note
A
A repeated note whilst the other harmony changes around it
6
Q
Tremolando / tremolo
A
Repeatedly, quickly playing the same note that is written
7
Q
Syncopated
A
Emphasizing off-beats
8
Q
Tonic
A
1st note/chord in the key
9
Q
Dominant
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5th note/chord in the key
10
Q
Arpeggio
A
Broken chords
11
Q
Crescendo
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Gradual increase in volume
12
Q
Diminuendo
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Gradual decrease in volume
13
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Rallentando / Ritardando
A
Slowing down
14
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Disonant
A
Clashing
