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Sep 28, 2023 · The Scherzo has long been a standard form in the classical music repertoire, usually as a second or third movement employed in symphonies, ensembles, but als...
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Understanding Form: The Scherzo. Link to book composition lessons:https://calendly.com/musicauniversalis In this video I discuss the surprisingly long history of the Scherzo and the nuances...
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What is a Scherzo? How do Shostakovich and Mendelssohn use them in their works? Watch to learn about the playful secrets behind these lively musical...
A scherzo (/ ˈskɛərtsoʊ /, UK also / ˈskɜːrt -/, Italian: [ˈskertso]; plural scherzos or scherzi), in western classical music, is a short composition – sometimes a movement from a larger work such as a symphony or a sonata.
A scherzo is a vigorous, light, or playful musical composition, typically in a fast tempo. Originating from the Italian word meaning 'joke' or 'jest', a scherzo is often characterized by its lively rhythm and often serves as the third movement in a four-movement piece.
The structure of a scherzo often follows a ternary form (ABA), where the 'A' section is repeated after the contrasting 'B' section. Many scherzos incorporate syncopation and playful rhythms, which contribute to their lively character and enhance their sense of humor.
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Mar 24, 2016 · The trio is the first time the trombones play in the movement. Following the trio, the second occurrence of the scherzo, unlike the first, plays through without any repetition, after which there is a brief reprise of the trio, and the movement ends with an abrupt coda.
