Which term describes when a performer momentarily alters the tempo to
enhance the expressive quality of the music?
a. rubato
b. syncopation
c. chromaticism
d. glissando
e. diminuendo
A
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The building that typifies the classical Greek world is:
a. The Guggenheim. b. The Louvre. c. The Sistine Chapel. d. The Golden Section. e. The Parthenon.
Which of the following represents an attempt by the theatrical community to make tickets affordable to a wider audience?
a. advertising on television b. frequent purchaser bonus cards c. discount day-of-performance tickets at the TKTS booth in New York City d. giving free tickets to big investors in a production.
During the 1930s, Russian policy condemed music that was felt to be difficult for or unsettling to the average listener as:
A) socialist realism B) formalism C) bourgeoisie capitalism D) materialistic
Which of the following is NOT characteristic of this listening example?
A. complex B. narrow vocal range C. short, paired phrases (AA, BB, CC and so on) D. descending melodic line