Stylistic Hallmarks Flashcards
1
Q
Name 10 characteristics that define Baroque music.
A
- Limited pitch range
- Limited shapes
- Binary Construction
2
Q
Name 8 characteristics that define Classic music.
A
- Clear - cut phrase lengths
- Dynamic shaping
- Straight forward tonic -> dominant oriented functional harmony
3
Q
Name 6 characteristics that define Romantic music.
A
- Rubato
- Rich harmonies
- Thicker sonorities
4
Q
Name 7 characteristics that define 20 Century music.
A
- Vigorous rhythms
- Tonal distress
- Pieces show influence of Jazz
5
Q
Name 3 composers of the Baroque period.
A
JS Bach
Vivaldi
Handel
6
Q
Name 3 composers of the Classical period.
A
Beethoven
Haydn
Mozart
7
Q
Name 3 composers of the Romantic period.
A
Chopin
Dvorak
Elgar
8
Q
Name 3 composers of the 20 Century period
A
Debussy
Bartok
Britten
