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What system did Bach use to compose his Prelude in C Major?

Bach - being active during the Baroque period - used lots of different systems and methods for composing, depending on what type of piece he was writing. However, when it comes to his Prelude in C Major, ...

Answered by Sophie B. Music tutor
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Comment on how Handel uses the following elements in And the glory of the Lord: Melody, Harmony & tonality, Dynamics, Texture, Mood

In typical Baroque fashion, Handel creates a decoratve melody by using trills and grace notes. He also uses devices effectively to create an interesting melody. For example he employs melismatic writing, ...

Answered by William R. Music tutor
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What should I aim to do in my free composition to guarantee high marks?

At GCSE level, your examiners are not looking for a particularly complex piece of music. They are simply looking for a well-executed, well written-out simple composition, and the easiest way to accomplish...

Answered by Jacob B. Music tutor
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What is a sonata form exposition?

The exposition is the first main section of a sonata form movement. Its job is to establish the main themes of the movement and to generate tonal, and therefore structural, tension. The exposition can be ...

Answered by Alastair M. Music tutor
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Referring to melody and harmony, show how Wagner’s Prelude to Tristan und Isolde provides an appropriate introduction to the drama that follows.

Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde is one of the most significant works of the 19th century. It is particularly notable for a radical approach to melody and harmony. The appropriately named ‘prelude’, not ‘overt...

Answered by Rory G. Music tutor
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