Variations On "America" Flashcards
1
Q
When did he add interludes to the piece?
A
10 years later by adding interludes between some variations. These interludes are polytonal which means the melodies played into keys at the same time.
2
Q
What type of introduction leads into the theme?
A
A Fanfare-like introduction
3
Q
Are the five variations different?
A
Yes. Each uses a different musical style.
4
Q
What is theme and variation form?
A
A form of musical composition where a melody or theme is repeated several times in altered form or accompanied in a different manner (variations)
5
Q
Who performs the selection?
A
Hans Ola Ericsson, a famous organist from Sweden
6
Q
How old was Charles Ives when he wrote the selection?
A
Ives was only 19
