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Compare two of the set works for A level, focussing on instrumentation and structure.

Answer depends on set works. Look at instrumentation for each - compare to each other, and to standard orchestrations of the time. References to how orchestras developed, or in case of modern music how ensem...
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Answered by Penny K. • Music tutor
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How would I go about writing an analytical essay about a musical setwork to gain maximum marks?

The best way to go about answering analysis questions is with a clear structure in your head of all the features you want to explore. The THIRST4Music template below should ensure you cover all bases with re...
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Answered by Bronte L. • Music tutor
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which chord numbers feature in a plagal cadence

a plagal cadence is chord IV -I
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I find it really hard to dictate a melody, do you have any tips?

Dictation is a skill that can sometimes be difficult to master, but in the exam, there will always be a trick to get you to the answer! The first key thing to work on is recognising intervals. The most commo...
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Answered by Kirsty D. • Music tutor
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Describe some identifying features of the baroque period, use examples from Corelli's Trio Sonata in D, Op. 3 No. 2: Movement IV to justify your answer

Correli's Trio Sonata is a classic example of a baroque work written in 1689. This is demonstrated firstly by the use of melodic ornamentation. An important feature of baroque music, baroque art was driven b...
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Answered by Catherine R. • Music tutor
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