Music 502 B - Graduate Theory Review
Spring 2017
Final Test
- Define five out of the eight following terms. For each of them give at
least one example of composer and work that can be connected to the term.
- term 1
- term 2
- term 3
- term 4
- term 5
- term 6
- term 7
- term 8
First definition:
Composer: Work:
Second definition:
Composer: Work:
Third definition:
Composer: Work:
Fourth definition:
Composer: Work:
Fifth definition:
Composer: Work:
25 points
- Questions about technique: scales/modes, overtones, rhythms, enharmonic
modulationss, tone-rows, etc.
20 points
- Write a short essay on the following topic. Mention the
technical aspects of this technique or trend, trace its roots, and
the aesthetics associated with it. Give as many examples of composers
and works associated with it as you can. If applicable, refer to
articles discussed in class.
30 points
- Analyze the following score fragment. Discuss the way various
sound parameters: rhythm, pitch, instrumentation, etc. are organized
and write about any special technique(s) present as well as about
the notation of this fragment. Who do you think is the composer ?
Justify your guess.
25 points
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