What is a "scherzo"?

a. A lyrical movement that attempts to imitate the vocal style of Italian arias.
b. A slow triple meter dance with an accent on the second beat of eachmeasure

c. A slow movement written with a lilting rhythm in compound meter thatcharacteristically features parallel thirds gliding in conjunct motion.
d. An exuberant triple meter dance that frequently replaces the more statelyminuet in symphonies and chamber music of the Classical period.

d

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A. vessels in the shapes of humans and animals B. reliefs of elite members of society C. colossal basalt heads D. hide paintings depicting battle scenes

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Match each term with its definition.

A. Concertino B. Ritornello C. Ripieno D. Virtuoso

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