In one section of this work, the strings repeat a fortissimo E-flat, E, A-flat, B chord while accenting varied on and off beats.
In one section of this work, the strings repeat a fortissimo E-flat, E, A-flat, B chord while accenting varied on and off beats. It ends when an ascending line in the piccolo and flute is interrupted by a final chord spelling out D-E-A-D. Changing meter features prominently in this work, in which 11 timpani beats mark the beginning of "The Glorification of the Chosen One." This work's final section includes alternating notes in the timpani and strings punctuated by brass to depict a sacrificial dance. Its first part "Adoration of the Earth" begins with a bassoon solo. For 10 points, name this ballet about the sacrifice of a virgin girl, written by Igor Stravinsky.
In one section of this work, the strings repeat a fortissimo E-flat, E, A-flat, B chord while accenting varied on and off beats.
The Rite of Spring [or Le Sacre du printemps] 