1978 - Halloween Theme Listening Questions

How would you describe the tonality of the piece?

• Major

• Minor

How many beats are there in every bar?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

How would you describe the tempo of the piece?

• Allegro

• Largo

• Lento

• Presto

Which instrument can you NOT hear?

• Piano

• Drum kit

• Synthesizer

Give the name for the repeating patterns heard throughout.

(a)  

Which term best describes the dynamics?

• Forte all the time

• Piano all the time

• Crescendo from piano to forte

• Mezzo forte

Which term best describes the articulation of the piano?

• Legato

• Staccato

Which term best describes the texture of the music?

• Polyphonic

• Monophonic

• Melody and Accompaniment

• Homophonic

Which term best describes the harmony of the music?

• Consonant

• Dissonant