What does a vertical line to the left of multiple staves indicate to a musician ? a. to play music on all staves at the same time . b. to play music in ascending order of staves, from top to bottom. c. to play music in a descending order of staves from bottom to top. d. not to play music on these staves.

With the downplay of emotion in classical music, music from this period doesn't usually exhibit the traits necessary for enduring quality.

Performer emphasizes a tone by playing it more loudly than the tones around it is called?

Discussion board 5 - the romantir areanocturne, op. 9 no 2 solo piano - chopin (peatured listening p 778)when you listen to this piece, what does it make you think of and how does it make you feel? what do you think "nocturne" means? is that an appropriate title for this piece? the piano uses rubato throughout - what effect does that have on the performance? do you think the use of rubato enhances the performance, or would you rather hear a steadybeat throughout the piece? after you post your answer, read and respond to the posts of at least two other classmates.