Understanding Music: Genres

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Symphony

Comprised of movements

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Movements

Self-contained section of music that is part of a larger work, make up symphonies

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Opera

A musical drama - no speaking

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Aria

Main song in operas - reflection of emotion, one character singing

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Recitative

Type of song in opera - “speaking” words in a theatrical/musical manner, used for progression of plot

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Ensemble

Type of song in (Classical) opera - sung by two or more people, plot action proceeds, makes operas quicker

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Character piece

A solo piece for piano - like a poem, meant to portray a mood or character