Worksheet
1. Name all four typical core dances in a Baroque suite
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2. What is the rhythmic characteristics of an Allemande?
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3. The Gigue originates from which part of the world?
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4. The form of a baroque dance movement is often an A-B structure.
This is known as _____________________ form.
5. What was the German name for the Baroque suite?
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6. The Minuet originates from which part of the world?
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7. How many English suites did Bach compose?
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8. The Sarabandes found in Baroque suites are of a slow, stately OR fast, lively nature. (Choose
one answer)
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Answers:
1. Allemande, Courante, Sarabande and Gigue
2. flowing quavers or semiquavers
3. England
4. Binary
5. Allemande
6. France
7. Six
8. Slow & stately