Music History Quiz 1

Giacomo Carissimi composed "Vittoria, Mio Core" around the year 1640. It is written as a cantata for soprano & continuo. What period of music does this composition belong to ?

• Classical

• Baroque

Before the pianoforte was invented, the keyboard instrument being used on baroque period is ...

• piano

• harpsichord

• grand piano

• oboe

What is the primary characteristic of Baroque music?

• Use of simple melodies

• Emphasis on ornamentation and contrast

• Focus on harmony over melody

• Minimalistic approach

What instrument is heard being played in this music?

• harpsichord

• violin

• harp

• guitar

Which of the following composers is known for their contributions to the Baroque period?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Frédéric Chopin

The Sonata form consist of 3 parts, which are called:​ (a)   ​ , ​ (b)   , and ​ (c)  

• exposition
• development
• recapitulation
• chorus
• verse
• bridge
• reprise

Match the instruments with their music period!

• Classical

• 
• Baroque

• 
• Classical

• 
• Baroque

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Which of the following is a common feature of Classical period music?

• Use of counterpoint

• Clearer structure and form

• Heavy ornamentation

• Improvisation as a key element

Who among the following composers is associated with the Classical period?

• Antonio Vivaldi

• Joseph Haydn

• Claude Debussy

• Frank Sinatra

What period of music was this piece written on ? (2 points)

Give at least 1 reason to justify your answer!(2 points)