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With reference to the score, discuss Debussy's 'The Little Shepherd' from 'Children's Corner' L.113 with particular emphasis on the use of texture

Debussy's 'The Little Shepherd' is a short piano miniature which juxtaposes moments of graceful, soloistic monophony with harmonically colourful passages of melody-dominated homophony. The key of this mus...

Answered by Callum S. Music tutor
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Discuss in detail how Xian employs a traditional Western key structure and harmony in the first movement of the Yellow River Piano Concerto.

Having spent time in both Russia and France, Xian, who was born in China, draws on a rich musical palette, mixing traditional Western influences with oriental origins in the Yellow River Piano Concert...

Answered by Tim T. Music tutor
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Compare Rossini's “Kyrie” from Petite Messe Solennelle with Gershwin's An American In Paris”(b. 1-209) in terms of use of dynamics

Being the two pieces from very different contexts in terms of genre, orchestration, historical period and geographical location, I expect them to have some noticeable divergences that will find justificat...

Answered by Chiara C. Music tutor
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Describe in detail three key features of the Classical Period (1750-1830)

  1. Periodic phrasing - the organising of musical ideas into shorter, balanced phrase lengths of typically 2 to 4 measures. The phrases consist of two parts, an antecedent and consequent. The antecedent...
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What is a fuge?

A fuge is a musical instrumental and polyphonical form, which was developed in the 17th century (Barroque). It is based on a motive that is repeated throughout the piece by  all the voices.

Answered by Pablo A. Music tutor
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