assignment for class
Vivian Wu
musicassignment.docxThere are one short videos, and answer some simple questions. Do not need to write too much details for each questions, just use simple and easy words as you can.
1 Describe the structure of a theme and variation form.
2 How does Copland alter the melody in the second variation?
3 Why do you think Copland chose to use a Shaker tune in his ballet and suite?
4 Listeners often find that Copland's music has a distinctly "American" sound. Do you agree with this assessment? If you agree, what are you specifically hearing in the music that makes it sound particularly "American"? If you do not agree, what IS "American" to you, and what do you find Copland's musical quality gives off instead?
