Stravinsky Flashcards
How many periods is Stravinsky’s music divided into?
Four.
What was the first period of Stravinsky’s music called and when did it happen?
It was called the Early Period and it was from 1882-1914
What was the second period of Stravinsky’s music called and when did it happen?
It was called the Transitional years and it was from 1914-1920
What was the third period of Stravinsky’s music called and when did it happen?
It was called the Middle Years and it was from 1920-1954
What was the fourth period of Stravinsky’s music called and when did it happen?
It was called the Final years and it was from 1954-1971
What characterized Stravinsky’s Early Period?
Music composed in the early years of Stravinsky’s life is characterized by Russian nationalism, with a primitive style featuring rich orchestration, the use of dissonant harmony, polytonality, ostinato, syncopation and polymeter.
Representative works from Stravinsky’s early years are The Firebird, Petrushka, The Rite of Spring.
What characterized Stravinsky’s Transitional years?
During the transitional years, Stravinsky created more intimate works with reduced forces, such as The Wedding and The Soldier’s Tale, in response to the devastation wrought by World War I.
What characterized Stravinsky’s Middle Years?
Music composed in the middle years of Stravinsky’s life is characterized by a neo-Classical style with emphasis on formal design and emotional restraint.
Representative works from Stravinsky’s middle years are Symphony of Psalms, Ebony Concerto, and The Rake’s Progress.
What characterized Stravinsky’s Final Years?
During his final years, Stravinsky embraced Arnold Schoenberg’s twelve-tone method, used sparse textures as inspired by Anton Webern, and explored miniatures.
Representative works from Stravinsky’s final years are Agon, Canticum Sacrum and Eight Instrumental Miniatures.
From what period is the song by Stravinsky that is covered by RCM?
The Early Period
What song of Stravinsky’s does RCM use in its history course?
The rite of Spring
How many parts does Stravinsky’s song have?
The Rite of Spring is divided into two parts. (Part 1: Adoration of the Earth, Part 2: The Sacrifice)
What Genre is Stravinsky’s song?
Ballet
What is the composition date of Stravinsky’s song?
1913
Who Choreographed Stravinsky’s song?
Vaslav Nijinsky
