Introduction to Classical Music and Music History Quiz

Who composed the Brandenburg Concertos?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Antonio Vivaldi

Which era is Ludwig van Beethoven often associated with, a topic that Ella finds fascinating?

• Baroque

• Classical

• Romantic

• 20th Century

What is a symphony?

• A solo instrumental work

• A work for orchestra in several movements

• A vocal composition with instrumental accompaniment

• A dance in triple meter

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Baroque music?

• Ornamentation

• Simple melodies

• Harpsichord accompaniment

• Complex counterpoint

Who is considered the father of the symphony?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Franz Joseph Haydn

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Johann Sebastian Bach

Which opera composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is Ella's favorite?

• Carmen

• La Traviata

• The Magic Flute

• Tosca

What is the name of the cycle of four operas by Richard Wagner?

• The Ring of the Nibelung

• The Barber of Seville

• Aida

• Carmen

Which movement is associated with Arnold Schoenberg? Doug and Irene are curious to know.

• Romanticism

• Classicism

• Serialism

• Minimalism

What is program music, as explained in the piece Doug and Aziz performed?

• Music without any specific narrative or idea

• Music intended to evoke images or convey the impression of events

• Music composed for religious services

• Music composed for a solo instrument

Which period in music history is known for its emphasis on emotion and individualism, a topic Ella finds fascinating?

• Baroque

• Classical

• Romantic

• 20th Century