If in the large forms of the classics (Rondo, Variations, Sonata) the construction and the modifications to their pattern is subjected to new stylistic elements, in the small forms they are generally less visible. Apparently, the aspects of the short forms remain the same as in the Baroque period, observing with the change of styles more or less transformations, the small forms remain morphologically similar to those of the Baroque.
Manifestations of the Variation Technique in the Mazurka Op. 30, No. 2 by Fryderyk Chopin
Source(s) of analysis: Score Musical work: Mazurka op. 30 No. 2 Year of creation: 1837 Composer's name: Fryderyk Chopin Methods of analysis: Style analysis
Target Group / Study LevelLevel of music analysis knowledge: Advanced, Intermediate
Study cycle: Bachelor
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