MUSIC9 Q1 SET 1

What is the primary characteristic of the Romantic Period?

• Strict adherence to classical forms

• Integration of music, drama, and visual arts

• Minimalist approach to composition

• Emphasis on church music

Which genre became prominent during the Romantic Period?

• Symphony

• Concerto

• Opera

• Fugue

What is Grand Opera known for?

• Comic content

• Shorter length

• Serious works with dramatic content

• Being a lighter form of opera

What type of opera is shorter and humorous?

• Grand Opera

• Opera Comique

• Operetta

• Oratorio

What is a unique feature of Operetta compared to traditional opera?

• Entire drama is set to music

• Includes tragic elements

• Characters speak between songs

• Uses complex orchestration

What is the main purpose of an art song (Lied)?

• To showcase virtuosic instrumental performance

• To tell stories through melody and harmony

• To create large-scale symphonic works

• To emphasize rhythm and dance

Where was the first opera performed?

• Vienna, Austria

• Paris, France

• London, England

• Florence, Italy

What does the term 'libretto' mean in opera?

• The musical score

• The script or text of the opera

• The lead singer

• The conductor’s notes

What is an 'aria' in opera?

• A type of chorus

• A significant solo vocal piece

• A comic interlude

• An instrumental introduction

What is the purpose of a recitative in opera?

• To introduce a new character

• To provide a break between scenes

• To tell stories or explanations

• To perform complex dance sequences