Features of Baroque Music 0.0 / 5 ? MusicBaroqueAll LevelsAll boards Created by: mhayterCreated on: 30-11-16 08:09 Ornamented melody lines (decorated) Clear major/ minor tonality 1 of 6 Diatonic harmony- using chords I, II, IV, V and VI The Basso continuo 2 of 6 Range of textures such as homophonic, polyphonic and monophonic Melody contains sequences 3 of 6 Each piece or movement has a clear mood Contrasting dynamics- but only on two levels- loud or soft- called terraced dynamics) 4 of 6 Long, flowing melodic lines often using ornamentation (decorations like trills and turns) Use of the harpsichord (a keyboard instrument with a unique sound) 5 of 6 Repetitive patterns Imitation is common 6 of 6
The differences and development from medieval to romantic in general, with particular reference to instrumentation 0.0 / 5
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