Question

Which response is the correct definition of "cadenza"? a. a term for the principal theme in a fugue b. the German word for the hymn of the Lutheran church; hence, a simple religious melody to be sung by the congregation c. a collection of nineteen canons and fugues that present an encyclopedic treatment of all known contrapuntal procedures d. a showy passage for the soloist in a concerto that usually incorporates rapid runs, arpeggios, and snippets of previously heard themes into a fantasy-like improvisation e. the repetition of a musical motive at successively higher or lower degrees of the scale

Answer 1

D. a showy passage for the soloist in a concerto that usually incorporates rapid, runs, arpeggios, and snippets of previously heard themes into a fantasy-like improvisation.

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