The Introduction of the piano sonata opens _(1)_in c minor. The __(2)_are reminiscent of a French overture. _(3)_ are achieved through marked accents, unexpected pauses, abrupt changes in _(4)_.
Identify the following.
Date of composition
overall structure
performing forces
1798
3 movements
solo piano
100
Describe the Bridge of the Exposition of the piano sonata.
Begins modulation away from tonic key.
Incisive syncopations propel music forward.
100
Indicate the following.
Genre
Date of composition
chamber music (piano quintet)
1819
200
Indicate the following.
Structure
Performing forces
3 movements (but I'm only studying the first movement)
piano and orchestra
200
During the Introduction of the piano sonata, emphasis on _(1)_ creates tension while descending _(2)_ makes unprecedented use of _(3)_ which is like a _(4)_that continues without pause into the Exposition.
What happens in the Recapitulation of the piano sonata?
c minor is restored and Theme 1 returns. The Bridge is eliminated and the first theme is expanded instead as a transition. Second Theme Group returns in f minor (subdominant) which is unexpected in a normal sonata form...this is restated in c minor moments later. Codetta returns to confirm toniy key.
Coda--> fragments of Introduction are present (dotted-rhythm chords), absence of downbeats create uncertainty and reminiscence
200
Indicate the following.
Overall structure
Performing Forces
Indicate the following of the first movement.
Key
Tempo
Time Signature
Form
G major
allegro
Common 4/4 time
sonata with double exposition (first-movement concerto form)
300
Describe the Piano Theme of the piano concerto.
The Piano Theme is in D major (dominant key) and possesses a quiet playfulness through an angular melody. Contrasts of legato and staccato articulations are present while woodwinds echo the statement of the Piano Theme.
300
Differentiate between the Introduction and Exposition in terms of key, tempo, and time signature.
Introduction
Key: c minor
Tempo: Grave
Time signature: C
Exposition
Key: c minor
Tempo: Allegro di molto e con brio
Time signature: cut time
300
Which variation is played by all instruments? Describe what happens.
Variation 4 is played by all instruments. It features a dialogue between piano and strings and begins in d minor. There are abrupt changes in dynamics and possesses a more dramatic and forceful effect in this variation.
300
What is the key, tempo, time signature, form, and basis of the fourth movement of the piano quintet?
Key: D major
Tempo: andantino
Time signature: 2/4
Form: Theme and Variations
Basis Lied by Schubert (Die Forelle)
400
Describe the overall outline/skeleton of the piano concerto.
1) Orchestral Exposition
2) Solo Exposition
3) Development
4) Recapitulation
400
In the Solo Exposition of the piano concerto, the piano plays a _(1)_ version of _(2)_ in _(3)_ major. The _(4)_ accompaniment features a simple _(5)_ pattern.
1) decorated
2) Theme 1
3) G major
4) left-hand
5) Alberti-bass
400
Name the beginning keys of the Introduction, Exposition, Development, and Recapitulation.
Introduction: c minor
Exposition: c minor
Development: g minor
Recapitulation: c minor
400
In which variation is the musical character humorous and ironic? Why?
In Variation 3 because it is played by the double bass.
400
Describe the Theme.
Only strings are playing the Theme with the melodic line played by violins. It has a homophonic texture and is in binary form.
500
Describe the outline/skeleton of the both expositions.
Orchestral exposition: Theme 1, bridge, Theme 2
Solo exposition: Theme 1, bridge, Piano theme, Theme 2, Codetta
500
Where do you find arpeggiated figures in triplets in the piano concerto?
Arpeggiated figures in triplets are found in the Development and played by the piano, serving as an accompaniment to woodwind solos.
500
What happens in the First Theme of the Exposition?
Describe the character of Variations 1-5 i.e. humorous, elegant.
Variation 1: musical character is graceful and elegant.
Variation 2: lighthearted and elegant.
Variation 3: humorous and ironic.
Variation 4: dramatic and forceful.
Variation 5: broad and lyrical.
500
Name each instrument that plays the theme in each of the 6 Variations.
Var 1: Piano
Var 2: Viola
Var 3: double bass (comical effect)
Var 4: theme shared by all instruments
Var 5: cello
Var 6: violin