Research Article

FEATURES OF CYCLICAL FORM IN THE WORKS OF XVIIITH CENTURY TO XXTH CENTURY COMPOSERS

Volume: 6 Number: 2 September 30, 2023
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FEATURES OF CYCLICAL FORM IN THE WORKS OF XVIIITH CENTURY TO XXTH CENTURY COMPOSERS

Abstract

This study aims to examine cyclical forms as an original musical form. In this study, the term 'cycle' is used to denote a series of unique sections combined in genre, theme, or program of a musical composition. As a form and structure, cyclicality is specific to various types of musical compositions in the world music literature, including Suite, Sonata, Symphony, Chamber works (Trio, Quartet, etc.), vocal-symphonic pieces, as well as musical-stage genres like opera and ballet. The scope of the study is limited to Suite and Sonata forms, and it includes examples of cyclical forms found in the works of composers from the late 18th century to the early 20th century. The study employs a literature review method. In this context, an attempt has been made to provide a general assessment by utilizing national and international articles and books related to the subject. Additionally, compositions were examined in terms of their cyclical structure, tempo characteristics, and the tonal scheme of their sections. As a result of the research, it has been concluded that sections of music compositions constructed according to the cyclicality principle are unique in terms of form, interconnected under a common theme or genre umbrella and linked through dramatic development or program headings. The structure of compositions which employs cyclical forms are shaped based on the tempo contrast between sections. Additionally, in such compositions, the tonal relationship between sections (tonal unity or variations of tonal unity) plays a significant role. It is believed that this study will contribute to educational materials for undergradute musical form courses and provide scholarly research perspective on cyclical forms. Given their historical formation, classification and evolution, cyclical form genres are likely to shed light on new scientific studies, hence, it is considered that their study deserve a close attention.

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Details

Primary Language

Turkish

Subjects

Theories of Music

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

September 30, 2023

Submission Date

September 3, 2023

Acceptance Date

September 24, 2023

Published in Issue

Year 1970 Volume: 6 Number: 2

APA
Gafarova, L. (2023). XVIII. YY. – XX. YY. BESTECİLERİN ESERLERİNDE DÖNGÜSEL FORMUN ÖZELLİKLERİ. Yegah Müzikoloji Dergisi, 6(2), 390-411. https://doi.org/10.51576/ymd.1354700