Ballet
Define ballet.
Dance and music that tell a story with no words.
What is the name of the main character of The Nutcracker?
Clara
What country is Tchaikovsky from?
Russia.
Define musical form.
The overall structure of a piece of music.
What type of shoes do ballerinas wear?
Pointe shoes
After coming to life, who does the Nutcracker battle to protect Clara?
The Mouse King
What is Tchaikovsky's first name?
Peter
Define overture.
An introduction piece (song) to a larger work like a ballet or opera
What language does the word ballet come from?
French
How does Clara help the Nutcracker win his battle?
By throwing her slipper.
What era did Tchaikovsky live and write music in?
A. Classical
B. Baroque
C. Modern
D. Romantic
Romantic Era
What is an overture used for?
To get the audience excited and give hints of the music that will be played.
How many acts are in The Nutcracker?
Name three dances from the Land of Sweets.
Sugar Plum Fairy, Candy Canes, Coffee, Tea, Marzipan, Gingerbread, Flowers
What was Tchaikovsky most famous for writing? (music for _______)
Ballet
How many unique sections are there in the "March"
3
What year was The Nutcracker written? (Within 15 years)
1892
What happens at the very end of the Nutcracker?
Clara wakes up and wonders if it was all a dream.
Name one ballet that Tchaikovsky wrote besides The Nutcracker.
Swan Lake
OR
The Sleeping Beauty
What is the name of the instrument that plays during the Sugar Plum Fairy?
The Celeste