Defying Gravity - Flashcards

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Who composed *Defying Gravity* and when was *Wicked* first performed?

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Stephen Schwartz; *Wicked* was first staged in 2003.

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What is *Defying Gravity* about?

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Elphaba’s realisation that she must oppose the Wizard and live without limits.

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What genre does *Defying Gravity* belong to?

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Musical theatre (from a Broadway/West End musical).

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Who are the two main characters singing in this number?

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Elphaba and Glinda.

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What dramatic moment ends *Defying Gravity* in the show?

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Elphaba rises into the air on her broomstick as others try to bring her down.

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What is the main structure of *Defying Gravity*?

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Verse and chorus form, with recitative and underscore elements.

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What is a scena in musical theatre?

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A dramatic scene combining different musical elements (e.g. song, duet, recitative, chorus).

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How many musicians are in the pit band for *Defying Gravity*?

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23 musicians.

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Name 3 notable instruments or effects used in the orchestration.

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Overdrive guitar, string tremolo, glockenspiel, wind effects, timpani, synths.

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What vocal ranges are required for the two leads?

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Elphaba is a mezzo-soprano; Glinda is a soprano.