MUSIC 4-2

Who composed “The Ghosts of Versailles”?

• Philip Glass
• John Corigliano
• William M. Hoffman
• Richard Wagner
• John Adams

What historical event does “The Ghosts of Versailles” reimagine?

• The American Revolution
• World War I
• The French Revolution
• The fall of the Roman Empire
• The Russian Revolution

When was “The Ghosts of Versailles” commissioned?

• 1983
• 1991
• 1975
• 2000
• 1965

Who wrote the libretto for “The Ghosts of Versailles”?

• John Corigliano
• William M. Hoffman
• Philip Glass
• George Lucas
• Steven Spielberg

Who is most likely to enjoy “The Ghosts of Versailles” based on its themes and styles?

• Fans of traditional classical operas only
• People who enjoy blending classical and contemporary styles
• Individuals who prefer silent films
• Viewers who dislike alternate history narratives
• Those interested in purely instrumental music

When did “The Ghosts of Versailles” finally premiere?

• 1983
• 1991
• 1985
• 2000
• 1979

What magical element does the opera incorporate into its storyline?

• Time travel
• Flying cars
• Talking animals
• Ghosts
• Superheroes

What genre does the opera’s storyline resemble in contemporary pop culture?

• Science fiction movies
• The Marvel Cinematic Universe
• Western films
• Crime dramas
• Silent comedies

How does “The Ghosts of Versailles” compare to traditional operas in terms of musical style?

• It sticks strictly to traditional classical opera styles
• It blends classical opera traditions with contemporary influences
• It exclusively uses electronic music
• It only incorporates jazz elements
• It avoids any form of traditional music

What is a key difference between “The Ghosts of Versailles” and other operas from the same period?

• It has no storyline.
• It uses only spoken dialogue
• It incorporates elements of historical fiction, magic realism, and meta-theatricality
• It was never performed live.
• It avoids using any visual effects