Quiz on the Classical Period of Classical Music

Which three composers are primarily associated with the Classical Period?

• Schubert, Liszt, Debussy

• Tchaikovsky, Brahms, Wagner

• Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven

• Bach, Vivaldi, Chopin

What does the term 'classical' derive from?

• Baroque architecture

• Greek mythology

• Latin classicus

• Renaissance art

What was a significant cultural movement occurring during the Classical Period?

• The Romantic Movement

• The Age of Enlightenment

• The Baroque Era

• The Industrial Revolution

What is one characteristic of music from the Classical Period?

• Complex fugues

• Excessive ornamentation

• Simpler forms and melodies

• Improvisational styles

What does 'drang' translate to in English?

• Joy and happiness

• Storm and stress

• Peace and tranquility

• Love and passion

Which institution was founded in 1798 that significantly impacted music education?

• The Berlin Philharmonic

• The Juilliard School

• The Paris Conservatory

• The Royal Academy of Music

What was the role of composers during the Classical Period?

• Independent artists

• Servants to patrons

• Revolutionary figures

• Cultural critics

Which of the following genres began to be formalized during the Classical Period?

• Opera

• Electronic

• Jazz

• Symphony

What is one reason some people find the Classical Period music boring?

• It lacks emotional depth

• It is often performed in a dull manner

• It is too modern

• It is too complex

What does 'emphasam' roughly translate to?

• Minimalist style

• Sentimental style

• Grandiose style

• Abstract style