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Quick questions on Writing for instruments and texture explained: H2 Music
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What is monochrome doubling?Show answer
Doubling every part in unison throughout wastes the ensemble; reserve full doubling for climaxes and otherwise vary the scoring.
What are unidiomatic demands?Show answer
Awkward leaps, unbreathable wind phrases or impossible chords show no knowledge of the instrument; write what the player can actually do.
What is q1?Show answer
Explain what a transposing instrument is, using one example. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Name the three main textures and describe each briefly. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Describe two ways to keep an ensemble texture varied and balanced. [3 marks]
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