Harlequin Op. 25, No. 6
Amy Beach
1st and 2nd Endings
Notation
Symbols that indicate different measures to play during repeated sections.
Search8th Notes
Rhythm
Notes whose lengths are equal to one-eighth the value of a whole note or half the value of a quarter note.
SearchBlocked Chord Accompaniment
Accompaniment Patterns
A type of accompaniment pattern that primarily uses root-position major and minor triads with simple or slow-moving rhythms.
SearchCrescendo and Diminuendo
Expression
Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).
SearchDominant Seventh Chords
Chords
Four-note chords comprised of the root, major 3rd, perfect 5th, and minor 7th.
SearchLeft Hand Melody
Texture
A type of texture where the left hand plays the melody and the right hand plays the accompaniment for an extended period of time.
SearchOrnaments
Expression
Embellishments added to melodies that serve to decorate, increase interest, and allow performers to add their own unique expressiveness.
SearchPianissimo
Expression
An indication instructing the player to play very softly; softer than piano.
SearchSimple Key Signature
Scales
A key signature that contains only one sharp or flat: G Major, E minor, F Major, or D minor.
SearchStaccato
Expression
A type of articulation indicating the player to play short and light; notes not held for their full value.
SearchTwo Note Slurs
Expression
Two notes connected together smoothly where the second note is played softer and lighter.
SearchDiminished Broken Chords
Chords
A series of chord tones played one note at a time that form a diminished chord, or several.
SearchTitle
Harlequin Op. 25, No. 6
Composer
Collection
Year
1894
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signatures
Time Signature
# of Measures
94
Student Types
Teaching Tips
Block the Broken Chords,
Highlight Dynamic Contrasts,
Highlight the Contrast in Articulation,
Work on Bringing Out the Bouncy Character With a Light, Nimble Touch,
Work on Getting the Correct Style