Question

in what form do composers use da capo as a notation device? A binary B ternary C both binary and ternary D neither binary nor ternary

Answer 1

Composers use "da capo" as a notation device primarily in **ternary form (C)**. In this context, "da capo" indicates that the performer should return to the beginning of the piece (the "head") after reaching the end of the contrasting section, creating an overall structure of A-B-A. This contrasts with binary form, which typically does not include a return to the initial section in the same way. Therefore, the correct answer is **C: both binary and ternary**, as "da capo" can appear in contexts that influence both forms, but it is most commonly associated with ternary form.