Modern Period

Impressionism or Expressionism?

John Cage stuck objects (screws, etc.) in this instrument to make a new, unusual type of sound.

This composer tried to do in music what the impressionists did in their visual art.

Impressionism or Expressionism?

This musical technique "ism" required that all 12 notes be used once before any were repeated.

Impressionism or Expressionism?

Grotesque images deliberately distorted for emotional effect. Explored inner feelings.

Impressionism or Expressionism?

This type of music uses repetition of short melodic fragments, simple forms, and clarity.

What was the single most important musical composition of the 20th Century?

What was the main goal of most modern art?

This type of 20th Century music used RANDOMNESS in how the music was written or performed.