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Berlioz: March to the Scaffold and Witches' Sabbath from Symphonie fantastique Respond to the following questions using the March Listening Outline and the Witches Listening Outline. Basic Listening In this section, answer questions about the selection you heard. Which sections of the orchestra contribute most obviously to the marchlike character of the fourth movement

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Answer:

  • Woodwind
  • Brass

Step-by-step explanation:

String and Percussion are both incorrect. Woodwind and Brass are the sections of the orchestra that contribute most obviously to the marchlike character of the fourth movement of Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique. This movement, the March to the Scaffold, depicts the artist, who believes he has killed his beloved and is, according to Berlioz's programme notes, "condemned to death and led to execution." The 2nd theme reflects that marchlike quality with blazing brass and woodwind.

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