Instrumental Music
Vivaldi’s set of concertos, The Four Seasons, uses instrumental music to tell a story which portrays a poem he wrote for each movement. For example, in the first movement of “Spring,” we hear birds singing, brooks and streams flowing, gentle breezes blowing, and a wild storm that includes thunder and lightning. When instrumental music is based on a pre-existing text or story (a program), it is called programmatic music.
Think about one of your favorite movies which features instrumental music (no singing) to help tell the story. Cite the movie and composer, and discuss the music as it directly enhances the drama. Include a link so that your classmates can listen to your choice.
Or, do you have a favorite movie which features a score (instrumental movie music) that you think did NOT enhance the drama?
