The Paris Symphonies Flashcards
1
Q
The Paris Symphonies were 6 symphonies written between…
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1785-86
2
Q
Features of the Paris Symphonies…
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- consolidated his style in his genre
- slow introductions featured more frequently
- elements of refinement + control in terms of defining structures
- he became increasingly concerned with planning tonal organisation (shape + character)
- sonata form for opening movements
3
Q
More features of the Paris Symphonies…
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- slow movements still demonstrated binary form
- variation form often used including double variation
- finales often rounded binary form (Haydn didn’t always stick to this)
- Thematic contrasts overshadowed by rhythmic momentum, intense harmonic progressions and driving modulations.
