RCM Level 8 Theory Terms|
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Which of the following describes the *relative minor* of a major key?
The key with the same tonic note
The key with one more flat
The key with one more sharp
The key that shares the same key signature
The term *dal segno* means to
Repeat the entire piece
Go back to the beginning
Go back to the sign
Repeat the last section
If a piece in G major modulates to E minor, this is an example of a
Parallel modulation
Dominant modulation
Relative modulation
Chromatic modulation
What does *legato* instruct the performer to do?
1
,Play each note separately
Play smoothly and connected
Play with emphasis
Play louder
Identify the chord progression: I - vi - ii - V - I
Deceptive cadence
Plagal progression
Circle progression
Suspension resolution
Define *agitato* in musical terms
Fast and lively
Relaxed and calm
Soft and tender
Agitated and restless
Which scale degree is raised in the harmonic minor scale?
5th
7th
3rd
6th
2
, What does the term *cantabile* instruct the performer to do?
Play energetically
Play slowly
Play in a singing style
Play with staccato
What is the enharmonic equivalent of Bb?
A#
B#
A#
C
What is the function of a *cadential 6/4* chord?
A substitute for the tonic
A type of modulation
To prepare for the dominant chord in a cadence
A tonic resolution
In 6/8 time, a dotted quarter note is equal to how many beats?
4 beats
2 beats
3 beats
1.5 beats
3
Comprehensive Exam Guide| Prep Study
100%|
Which of the following describes the *relative minor* of a major key?
The key with the same tonic note
The key with one more flat
The key with one more sharp
The key that shares the same key signature
The term *dal segno* means to
Repeat the entire piece
Go back to the beginning
Go back to the sign
Repeat the last section
If a piece in G major modulates to E minor, this is an example of a
Parallel modulation
Dominant modulation
Relative modulation
Chromatic modulation
What does *legato* instruct the performer to do?
1
,Play each note separately
Play smoothly and connected
Play with emphasis
Play louder
Identify the chord progression: I - vi - ii - V - I
Deceptive cadence
Plagal progression
Circle progression
Suspension resolution
Define *agitato* in musical terms
Fast and lively
Relaxed and calm
Soft and tender
Agitated and restless
Which scale degree is raised in the harmonic minor scale?
5th
7th
3rd
6th
2
, What does the term *cantabile* instruct the performer to do?
Play energetically
Play slowly
Play in a singing style
Play with staccato
What is the enharmonic equivalent of Bb?
A#
B#
A#
C
What is the function of a *cadential 6/4* chord?
A substitute for the tonic
A type of modulation
To prepare for the dominant chord in a cadence
A tonic resolution
In 6/8 time, a dotted quarter note is equal to how many beats?
4 beats
2 beats
3 beats
1.5 beats
3
