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University of California Los Angeles Sonata Form What is it Discussion

 

Responses to each prompt should be 2 to 3 paragraphs in length. Provide Musical examples as needed

Sonata Form: What is it?

Why do you think structure is a relevant element in music? How does it impact the listener?

What are some characteristic traits of the Romantic understanding of the world. How did it manifest in music and literature of the 19th century?

In the Romantic period, music was deemed a vehicle for ecstatic and even “mystical” experiences. Can you speak about an experience you’ve had, in which music (or more broadly sound) played an important role? (For example, a concert you attended/ performed, a sonic experience you’ve had).

How did music/sound contribute to the experience?