Music Fundamentals A Balanced Approach

Notice that:

• The Minuet has double bars and repeat signs that separate the two sections.


• The A section begins in C major and modulates to the dominant (G). The C#and D#in mm. 2, 4, and 6
  embellish the melody, while the F#in mm. 5, 7, and 8 indicates a modulation to G major.


• The B section uses identical melodic and rhythmic material as the A section, but begins in G major and
  returns to C major before the end of the piece.

Ternary Form: Three-part Form

Ternary formis a three-part form (ABA) where the A and B sections are contrasting in key and frequently in
mood or character. A change in the key signature may accompany the change in key.

TRACK 105

Listening: “Wild Rider” (R. Schumann)

Exercise 9—Class Exercise

Listen to Track 105 or your instructor play “Wild Rider” by Schumann. Notice:

• This piece is in ternary form. How does the B section differ from the A section; in what ways are the sections
  the same?

“Wild Rider” (R. Schumann)

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