Random! (These are worth TWICE the points listed!!!) :)
100
A repeating theme, or ostinato, is the foundation of this variation form. (One of the two types)
What is continuous variations?
100
Establishes the movement's primary tonal area and presents the primary motivic material
What is Theme 1?
100
The developmental B section begins with motives derived from the A section. Also, the opening melodic material from A returns at the end of B.
What is rounded binary?
100
Begins the rondo; a self-contained, harmonically complete passage in the tonic key.
What is refrain?
100
Two or more phrases that group together but do not form a period. Ex: HC - HC
What is a phrase group?
200
This type of variation form includes a theme, consisting of a complete formal unit (normally a period or small binary form) and successive variations (creating contrast). Clear formal divisions and contrast provided by the successive variations define the distinct sections.
What is sectional variations?
200
Develops motives or other tonal implications from the exposition, often in a context of tonal instability. Frequent harmonic shifts, modulations, and passage work characterize this section.
What is development?
200
A composition in this form divides into three independent parts (ABA)
What is ternary form?
200
Sections that alternate with the main section of rondo form; differing keys and characters, often connected by brief transitions or retransitions
What is episodes?
200
A period in which the antecedent and consequent each divide into two complete phrases. The cadence of the final phrase is more conclusive than cadences of the three preceding phrases.
What is a double period?
300
This type of continuous variation is characterized by a ground bass.
What is passacaglia?
300
In the exposition, affirms the secondary key to contrast the key of Theme 1, normally the dominant in major or the mediant in minor.
What is Theme 2?
300
The B section is stylistically contrasting to and independent of the A section. Presents contrasting themes, keys, and ideas.
What is ternary form?
300
ABACAB'A
C is developmental
B' comes back in tonic key
What is sonata rondo?
300
The rate of harmonic changes.
What is harmonic rhythm?
400
Two or more successive variations grouped together based on similarities in texture, rhythm, or other musical elements.
What is grouping?
400
In the Recapitulation, these sections MUST return to the tonic key.
What is Transition, Theme 2, and Closing Section?
400
First section (A) does not end with a PAC in the original key.
What is continuous binary (could also be continuous ternary)?
400
Five-Part Rondo (ABACA) is often called this.
What is small rondo?
400
A motivic process in three stages: statement, variation of that statement, and lengthening using fragmentation. 2+2+4
What is sentence structure?
500
With each successive variation, some musical elements may increase in activity. This clarifies a larger structural goal and heightens tension in the work.
What is gradual intensification?
500
The final passage of the Development, emphasizing the V chord in the tonic key (Beethoven really really likes this part!)
What is dominant prolongation?
500
The A or B section exhibits its own internal binary or ternary form.
What is composite ternary?
500
The refrain forms a period or small rounded binary form.
What is composite rondo?
500
After the closing theme in sonata form; the last refrain in rondo form; the restatement of A in ternary or rounded binary form; or the last variation in a sectional or continuous variation form ----
This formal expansion is an independent section that contains complete phrases and musical ideas.