Musicspeaking topic
How does the four-note 'fate motif' in Beethoven's Fifth Symphony build an entire work?
— Ludwig van Beethoven, Symphony No. 5 (Op. 67)
practice with this topic
Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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