Which statement best describes a rondo?
A. The concertino versus tutti provides a playful competition.
B. The AB binary form keeps the movement short and sweet.
C. As the standard form of the second movement, the fast tempo keeps listeners engaged.
D. The carefree tune and easily grasped digressions are typically used to create a "happy ending" to a four-movement symphony.
E. The variations and alterations on the theme create a consistent "dark" mood.
Answer (2)
A rondo features a recurring theme interspersed with contrasting sections, often creating a joyful and familiar musical experience. The statement describing the carefree tune and digressions reflects its nature well. Other options do not accurately define rondo's unique structure. ;
The statement that best describes a rondo is: "The carefree tune and easily grasped digressions are typically used to create a 'happy ending' to a four-movement symphony." This statement reflects the rondo's characteristic of a recurring theme alongside contrasting sections. Other choices do not correctly represent the rondo structure.
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