Bach Brandenburg Concerto

When was the Brandenburg Concerto written?

1721

What are terraced dynamics?

Two contrasting levels of dynamics, loud and soft

List features of the Baroque style

• Ornamented melodic lines

• Diatonic chords (notes belonging to the key of the piece)

• Basso Continuo

• Range of textures

• Sequence, pedal, suspension

• Terraced dynamics

What is a concerto grosso?

A concerto grosso consists of two seperate groups, the concertino and the ripieno. The concertino is the smaller solosist group, whilst the ripieno is the larger group.

What instruments does the brandenburg concertino consist of?

Violin, Flute, Harpsichord

What instruments does the ripieno consist of?

Violins, Violas, Cello, Double Bass —> string orchestra

What is a basso continuo?

Describes the part played by the harpsichord. It holds together other parts by providing a bass line and harmonies. The player would add chords and a melody.

What is the pace of the Brandenburg concerto?

It is fast and lively

In what bar is an ascending sequence used in the brandenburg concerto?

137 - 141