music for a while notes

Question 1

what type of chord does it end on? Why?

Answer 1

an arpreggiated final chord because the harpsichord could not sustain long chords

Question 2

what is realisation

Answer 2

playing chords with fancy ornaments

Question 3

where did henry purcell work

Answer 3

he worked for a system of patronage meaning wealthy people pay him to make music

Question 4

what does lament mean

Answer 4

a sorrowful song

Question 5

what is a dramatic recitative?

Answer 5

lyrics drive the narrative of the play