Question

Question

Why might a composer use silence in a piece of music?
(1 point)
Responses

to mark the formal structure
to mark the formal structure
to represent an idea
to represent an idea
to create dramatic tension
to create dramatic tension
all of the above

Answer 1

The best response is all of the above.

Composers often use silence for multiple purposes, such as marking the formal structure of the music, representing an idea or emotion, and creating dramatic tension within the piece. Each of these uses contributes to the overall impact and expressive quality of the composition.