Understanding Tempo and Character in Music Ensembles
Tempo and Character.
Tempo: Is the speed at which the beat is played.
It is indicated: a) in Italian words.
b) In beats per minute (b.p.m) with a metronome, a device that marks the beats at a predetermined speed.
Regular Tempos. The speed of the beat remains constant until the end of the movement or another indication is given.
Slow tempos: LARGO, ADAGIO; Moderate tempos: ANDANTE, MODERATO;
Fast tempos: ALLEGRO, PRESTO.
Variable Tempos: Indicate a gradual change in the speed.
RITARDANDO: gradual decrease
Read MoreElements of Art: Line, Shape, Space, Color, Value, and Texture
Artists use line to determine the edges of the images they’re depicting. Lines can have different qualities.
Shapes are two dimensional. Forms are three-dimensional-in appearance or in actuality (as in a sculpture).
Artists who paint or draw create the illusion of space on a flat surface.
Sculptors create work using physical space.
The three primary colors-red, yellow, and blue-are used to make all other colors. Artists use color to create mood.
Value is the lightness or darkness of a color.
Artists use
Read MoreExploring the Architectural Marvels of Paris
Visits:
Early Gothic Paris: 3 July
Basilica of St.-Denis, the site originated as a Gallo-Roman cemetery in late Roman times. The archaeological remains still lie beneath. The cathedral became a place of pilgrimage for French Kings.
Architect:
Patron: French Kings
Style: Gothic
Century: finished: 1144, every king from 10th – 18th.
High Gothic Paris & Rayonnant: 4 July
Cluny Museum, The museum is built atop the ancient Thermes de Cluny, baths from the Roman era of Gaul.
Architect:
Patron:
Style: combines
Read MoreMedieval and Renaissance Music: A Comparative Study
Medieval Music
Consists of songs, instrumental pieces, and liturgical music from about 500 A.D. to 1400. It was an era of Western music, including liturgical music used for the church, and secular music. Gregorian chant was sung by monks during Catholic Mass.
Renaissance Music
Music based on modes. Richer texture, with four or more independent melodic parts being performed simultaneously. These interweaving melodic lines, a style called polyphony, is one of the defining features of Renaissance music.
Read MoreBaroque Music: Historical and Sociocultural Aspects
Mark with an x the chronological period of baroque music. From the year 1600 to the year 1750. Describe the historical and sociocultural aspects of this period of history by answering the following questions:
- Euridice by Jacopo Peri.
- Portuguese word ‘barrueco’ referring to a rough or imperfect pearl.
- Nobility, clergy, and the common people.
- Castrati.
- Florence.
- Virtuosity.
In relation to vocal music, answer:
- The Protestant Church.
- It comes from the Old and New Testament (Bible).
- The death and passion of Jesus
Khon Dance Drama: A Traditional Thai Epic Performance
What Happens
According to the University of Maine website, performances are based on episodes in the Ramakien (the Thai retelling of the Hindu epic the Ramayana), with battle scenes in which the hero Phra Ram vanquishes the villain Thotsakan. It is a convention of Thai theater, however, not to portray Thotsakan’s death on stage, as it is believed to bring misfortune.
Plots
The Ramakien is the story of Phra Ram, an incarnation of the god Phra Narai. He is assisted by monkey warriors, who bring back
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