Ch 9 Vocab
Definition of homophonic texture
A single melody with accompaniment
Defintion of lied
Arts song in German vernacular
Why did Hansel and Gretel get lost in the forest? (what caused this)
They got chased out of their house by their mother
What does 'Kyrie' translate to?
Lord
Movement against religion based in science
Secularism
Definition of Requiem
Refers to Catholic mass for the ones that have passed (a piece of music)
What does the witch want to do with Hansel and Gretel?
Plump them up and eat them
What is the first line of 'Gloria'?
Glory to God in the highest
Church music sung as a single vocal line in free rhythm and restricted scale; medieval latin liturgy
What is Handel's Messiah about?
tells a story of the coming of Christ and the crucifixion and resurrection
What language is Hansel and Gretel in?
German
When is 'credo' sung?
When standing and exclaiming your faith in God
Two or more melodies plus accompaniment
Polyphonic Texture
Definition of opera
Theatrical music, the form of opera includes every musical medium, accompanied by an orchestra it includes solo voices and chorus
How did the story end?
They defeated the witch and reunited with their parents
Agnus Dei
Definition of madrigal
A secular chorale from the Renaissance with the text in the vernacular ; usually sung by the aristocrats and nobility; entertainment
Which was composed by Bach: Mass in B Minor or Requiem Mass?
Mass in B Minor
What is the most obvious unique aspect to an opera compared to other mediums of entertainment?
(almost) everything is sung!
What does Sanctus translate to? (2 possible answers)
Saint or Holy