This is due, in part, to the fact that in addition to its musical uniqueness, The Rite serves as a virtual compendium of the early twentieth century music vocabulary. More specifically, as a result of the work's seemingly unromantic, asymmetrical, and violent nature, The Rite of Spring is often classified as the prime example of musical primitivism . 08 French horn. Pizzicato violins present a short ostinato figure shown below. 25 Bassoon trill introduces rapid interjections by the trumpet and piccolos.
Bassoons join with melodic fragment played staccato stings.
20 Bassoons repeat the melodic fragment which is imitated by the oboes, flute, and trombone. The pulse breaks suddenly. French horns sound a sustained tone accentuated by timpani strokes and very loud tubas. 12 Oboe and trumpet. 32 High flute takes legato melody.