1. Chapter 12: The Symphony
Rondo Form

2. Key Terms
Rondo form
Rondo
Episodes
Sonata rondos
Finale

3. Closing Movement Fast to very fast in tempo
Sonata or rondo form favored
Sonata-rondo hybrid sometimes used
Light, tuneful, brilliant character
May borrow popular or folk tunes
Provides an exciting conclusion

4. Rondo Form (1) Based on principles of contrast and return
Light, tuneful rondo theme recurs throughout the movement
Contrasting episodes separate rondo theme statements
Possible formats include:
A B A C A Coda (A = rondo theme)
A B A C A B A
A B A C A D A

5. Classical Symphony Review
Originated and came to prominence in Classical period
Large, multimovement work for orchestra
Each movement a distinct, complete musical work
Contrasts between movements (form, themes, key, etc.) embody Classical concept of “pleasing variety”

6. Symphony Movement Plan Review
Movement I – moderate to fast tempo, sonata form
Movement II – slow tempo, no fixed form (sonata form, variations, rondo, or other)
Movement III – moderate tempo, triple meter, minuet form
Movement IV – fast tempo, rondo form or sonata form