Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Chapter 12: The Symphony The Slow Movement.

Similar presentations


Presentation on theme: "Chapter 12: The Symphony The Slow Movement."— Presentation transcript:

1 Chapter 12: The Symphony The Slow Movement

2 Key Terms Slow movement Classical variation form Theme and variations

3 Slow Movement Typical Features Slow tempo
No standard form: may use sonata, variation, rondo, or other form Often lyrical and songlike in character

4 Theme and Variations Theme Variations
A complete tune in several phrases Variations The variations present a series of contrasting moods Each one varies the theme in a different way Each one usually follows the same phrase structure as the theme

5 Theme and Variations Standard theme & variations form
Any number of variations are possible

6 Haydn, Symphony No. 95, II (2)

7 Haydn, Symphony No. 95, II (3) Variation 1 (a1a1’b1b1)
Melody ornamented when a and b repeat Articulation of ornaments more staccato Rhythm of ornaments feels faster Solo cello, pizzicato accompaniment Register lower when cello plays, lower and higher in violin decorations New countermelody above cello melody

8 Haydn, Symphony No. 95, II (4) Theme Variation 2 Variation 3


Download ppt "Chapter 12: The Symphony The Slow Movement."

Similar presentations


Ads by Google