Higher Music Flashcards

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What is a diminished chord

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A triad made up of a root note, minor third and a diminished fifth.

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What is the purpose of a 'cadenza' in a concerto

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A cadenza is a solo passage in a concerto where the performer showcases their technical skill, this typically happens near the end of a movement

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Name the four main types of voice

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Soprano

Alto

Tenor

Bass

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Describe the characteristics of a 'symphony'

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A symphony is a large orchestral work typically in four movements , showcasing various themes and orchestral textures

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What is a 'sonata' in classical music

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A sonata is a composition for one or more solo instruments, typically in three or four movements, with one of the movements in sonata form.

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What is a 'concerto'

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A concerto is a musical composition usually composed in three parts or movements, in which one solo instrument (for example, a piano, violin, cello or flute) is accompanied by an orchestra.

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Define 'chamber music'

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Chamber music is a form of classical music composed for a small group of instruments, traditionally intended for a small room or chamber, with one performer per part.

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What is a 'fugue' in music?

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A fugue is a compositional technique characterized by the systematic imitation of a principal theme (called the subject) in simultaneously sounding melodic lines (counterpoint).

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Define 'aria' in the context of opera

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An aria is a self-contained piece for one voice, usually with orchestral accompaniment, typically found in operas.