What is a cadenza?

Question

a solo passage played by one instrument

a passage where all the instruments play together at once

a small ensemble of soloists

a supportive bass part typically played by one or more bass instruments and a keyboard instrument

Answer 1

A cadenza is a solo passage played by one instrument, often improvised or written to display the performer's virtuosity and creativity. It is typically found in concertos or other works where a soloist is featured.

Answer 2

What is a ritornello?

Answer 3

A ritornello is a recurring passage in a Baroque musical piece, typically for orchestra, serving as a refrain during which the music alternates between the soloist and the ensemble. It is a common structural element in concertos and vocal works from the Baroque period.

Answer 4

What is a ritornello?
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a recurring rhythm
a recurring rhythm

a recurring theme
a recurring theme

a recurring harmony
a recurring harmony

a recurring articulation

Answer 5

A recurring theme

Answer 6

What is a continuo?
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Responses

a supportive bass part typically played by one or more bass instruments and a keyboard instrument in Baroque music
a supportive bass part typically played by one or more bass instruments and a keyboard instrument in Baroque music

a system of 24 equal major and minor keys
a system of 24 equal major and minor keys

a melodic line in Baroque music played by instruments with high voice ranges
a melodic line in Baroque music played by instruments with high voice ranges

a returning theme

Answer 7

a supportive bass part typically played by one or more bass instruments and a keyboard instrument in Baroque music