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Chapter 12: The Symphony

Chapter 12: The Symphony. Key Terms. Symphony Symphony movement plan Sonata form Slow movement Minuet form Rondo form. The Symphony. Outgrowth of public concerts “Crowning achievement of Viennese Classical music” Spurred growth of Classical orchestra and sonata form

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Chapter 12: The Symphony

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  1. Chapter 12:The Symphony

  2. Key Terms • Symphony • Symphony movement plan • Sonata form • Slow movement • Minuet form • Rondo form

  3. The Symphony • Outgrowth of public concerts • “Crowning achievement of Viennese Classical music” • Spurred growth of Classical orchestra and sonata form • Four movements with contrasting tempi, forms, themes, and moods • “pleasing variety”

  4. Symphony Movements • I. Opening movement • Moderate to fast tempo • Sonata form, optional slow introduction • Many moods possible: often serious, complex, substantial, impressive, dramatic • Emphasizes contrast and development • Something to make you think

  5. Symphony Movements • II. Slow movement • Slow tempo • No standard form: may use sonata, variation, rondo, or other form • Often lyrical and songlike in character • A beautiful melody

  6. Symphony Movements • III. Minuet and Trio • Moderate tempo, triple meter • Minuet form (ternary) • Stylized dance • Usually aristocratic in mood • Something to set your foot tapping

  7. Symphony Movements • IV. Closing movement • Fast to very fast in tempo • Sonata or rondo form favored • Light, tuneful, brilliant character • May borrow popular or folk tunes • Provides an exciting conclusion • A tune to whistle on your way out the door

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