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a passage within a fugue In which neither subject nor answer is present
episode
provides structure for guided improvisation
figured bass
solo concerto
- popular instrumental genre of the baroque era for soloist and orchestra
- generally in three movements: fast-slow-fast
- frequently employed ritornello form
- intended to showcase the virtuosity of the soloist
baroque practice of changing dynamics abruptly
terraced dynamics
monophonic texture
single line of unaccompanied melody
emerged in the classic era
sonata cycle
counterpoint
combination of to or more melodic lines
a structure employed in the first and third movements of the baroque concerto
ritornello form
allowed music to be performed “in tune” in all keys
equal temperament
often performed in aristocratic social settings and at outdoor events
serenade
the second statement of the main theme in a fugue
answer
word painting
- musical pictorialization
- music mirrors the literal meaning of the words
- achieved through melody, rhythm, or harmony
trio
contrasting middle section
emphasis on symmetry, balance, and proportion
classicism
polyphonic texture
combination of two or more melodic lines, also referred to as counterpoint
recitativo accompagnato
- Italian for “accompanies recitative”
- a speech-like, declamatory style of singing
- supported by instrumental ensemble or orchestra
- allows for greater connection with the text
- employed in opera, oratorio, and cantata
generally in two parts
French overture
intended to showcase the virtuosity of the soloist
solo concerto
performed or “realized” by the basso continuo
figured bass
terraces dynamics
- baroque practice of changing dynamics abruptly
* results in stark contrast rather than gradual change
multi-movement orchestral genre
serenade
consists of recitatives, arias, ensembles, and choruses
oratorio
a highly structured, imitative contrapuntal composition
fugue
a single theme or subject prevails
fugue
music mirrors the literal meaning if the words
word painting
demonstrates vocal virtuosity and often serves to highlight key words
melisma
ternary form
- three-part form (ABA)
- section B generally creates contrast in key and/or material
- often used in baroque arias
first part-slow tempo, homophonic textures, features dotted figures
French overture
menuet
a stylized dance of French origin developed in the baroque period
overlapping subject entries in close succession
stretto
in performance the return of section A is generally ornamented
da capo aria
menuet and trio
- menuet: a stylized dance of French origin developed in the baroque period
- in triple meter
- graceful, elegant character
- trio: contrasting middle section
- ternary form (ABA)
a sustained bass note the provides a rudimentary harmonic foundation
drone
second part-fast tempo, imitative texture
French overture
graceful, elegant character
menuet and trio
music for small ensemble (two to ten players)
chamber music
rapidly ascending melody outlining arpeggio
rocket theme
a large-scale work for soloists, choruses, and orchestra
oratorio
music without extra-musical associations
absolute music
generally in three movements: fast-slow-fast
solo concerto
ABACA or ABACABA
rondo form
from the Portuguese barroco meaning irregularly shaped it misshapen pearl
baroque
achieved through melody, rhythm, or harmony
word painting
supported by instrumental ensemble or orchestra
recitativo accompagnato
homorhythmic texture
- all voices sing the same rhythm
- results in a blocked chordal texture (homophonic)
- delivers the text with clarity and emphasis
homophonic texture
single line of melody supported by a harmonic accompaniment
oratorio
- a large-scale work for soloists, chorus, and orchestra
- serious subject, generally based on biblical texts
- consists of recitatives, arias, ensembles, and choruses
- developed in the baroque era
section A recurs, with alternating sections creating contrast
rondo form
are in a contrasting key; generally in the dominant or relative major (exposition)
second theme
a stylized dance of French origin developed in the baroque period
menuet
a sustained note over which harmonies change
pedal point
development
- the second main section in sonata form
- themes from the exposition are manipulated through fragmentation, sequential treatment or changes to orchestra
- modulations and increases harmonic tension
- new themes may also be introduced
rocket theme
- rapidly ascending melody outlining arpeggio
* often used as a dramatic opening motive in classical-era works
contrasting middle section
trio
demonstrated in the symphony, sonata, or concerto
sonata cycle
serious subject, generally based on biblical texts
oratorio
pertains to the highest level of excellence
classicism
themes from exposition are manipulated through fragmentation, sequential treatment or changes to orchestra
development
modulations and increased harmonic tension
development
the third main section in sonata form
recapitulation
sonata form
- formal structure often used in first movement of sonata cycle
- consists of exposition (statement of two or more contrasting themes), development (departure), and recapitulation (return)
- also know as sonata-allegro form
delivers the text with clarity and emphasis
homorhythmic texture
short melodic or rhythmic idea
motive
basso continuo
- baroque performance practice
- generally involves two performers-one playing the notated bass line, one realizing the harmonies as indicated by the figures bass
- harmonies usually played on harpsichord or organ
- provides harmonic framework
the most common song type in baroque opera and oratorio
da capo aria
consists of exposition (statement of two or more contrasting themes), development (departure), and recapitulation (return)
sonata form
first and second themes are both restated in the tonic
recaptulation
generic titles reflecting tempos, genres, of forms
absolute music
prelude
- a short keyboard work in improvisatory style
* often paired with a fugue
usually written by someone other than the composer
libretto
the initial statement of the main theme of a fugue
subject
a recurring counter-melody
countersubject
one player per part
chamber music
pedal point
a sustained note over which harmonies change
recapitulation
- the third main section in sonata form
* first and second themes are restated in the tonic
often used as a dramatic opening motive in classical-era works
rocket theme
performing forces; violin I, violin II, viola, and cello
strong quartet
the second main section in sonata form
development
Viennese school
- refers to the musical style forged by Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven and their contemporaries
- in late 18th century Vienna, Austria flourished as a musical centre
the text of an opera, oratorio, or cantata
libretto
Italian for “jest” or “joke
scherzo and trio