Listening Question 2

Listen to the following excerpt written by Alexandre Desplat for the

film ‘Girl With a Pearl Earring’.

You will hear each excerpt three times.

1. Name the solo instrument which plays the main theme?

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2. Describe how the string accompaniment is being played?

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3. How many beats are in the bar?

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4a Describe how Desplat exploits the main theme?

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b Which two are instruments are involved at the return of the

main theme?

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5. What type of ensemble play this piece?

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