Untitled Flashcards Set

Cassation

A multi-movement instrumental work, often performed outdoors, popular in the 18th century.

Concert Spirituel

A concert series held in Paris during the 18th century, featuring a mix of vocal and instrumental music.

Divertimento

A multi-movement instrumental work, usually light and entertaining, popular in the 18th century.

Double Exposition

A feature of the concerto form where the orchestra first presents the main themes, followed by the soloist presenting a slightly modified exposition with added virtuosity.

Empfindsamkeit

German term for 'sensitivity,' a musical style emphasizing emotional expression, closely related to Sturm und Drang.

Eingang

German term for 'entrance,' a musical passage preceding the first theme, often used to introduce a new section or idea.

Mannheim Crescendo

A gradual crescendo performed by the entire orchestra, often accompanied by string tremolos, characteristic of the Mannheim school.

Ombra Style

Italian for 'shadow style,' a musical style characterized by dark and mysterious elements, often used to evoke a sense of the supernatural.

Rondo

A musical form characterized by a recurring theme (A) alternating with contrasting episodes (B, C, etc.), resulting in a pattern such as ABACA or ABACABA.

Singspiel

A type of German opera featuring spoken dialogue interspersed with musical numbers, often comic in nature.