Question

13 multiple choice 1 point
the ritornello sections in the finale of bachs brandenburg concerto no. 2 can be recognized by their
focus on solo trumpet
focus on the full orchestra
focus on oboe
key area

14 multiple choice 1 point
what is a name for a brief pattern in the bass line that is repeated throughout the entire number?
chorale
recitative
hocket
ostinato

Explanation:

Analyze Question 13

This question asks how the ritornello sections in the finale of Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 can be recognized.

• Ritornello form is characterized by a recurring theme (the ritornello) played by the full ensemble (tutti or ripieno), alternating with episodes played by the soloists.
• In the third movement (finale) of Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, the ritornello sections are played by the full orchestra (tutti), contrasting with the solo passages featuring the trumpet, oboe, violin, and recorder.
• Therefore, the ritornello sections are recognized by their focus on the full orchestra.

Analyze Question 14

This question asks for the name of a brief pattern in the bass line that is repeated throughout an entire musical number.

• A repeating pattern in music is generally called an ostinato.
• When this repeating pattern occurs specifically in the bass line, it is known as a ground bass or a bass ostinato (often simply referred to as an ostinato among the choices provided).
• Let's evaluate the options:
• "chorale": a Lutheran hymn tune.
• "recitative": a style of delivery in which a singer is allowed to adopt the rhythms of ordinary speech.
• "hocket": a linear technique using the alternation of notes, pitches, or chords.
• "ostinato": a continually repeated musical phrase or rhythm.
• Therefore, the correct term is ostinato.

Answer:

Question 13

• (A) focus on solo trumpet
• (B) focus on the full orchestra (Correct answer)
• (C) focus on oboe
• (D) key area

Question 14

• (A) chorale
• (B) recitative
• (C) hocket
• (D) ostinato (Correct answer)