Classical Music Quiz

He was named as the “Father of Symphony”.

• Franz Joseph Haydn

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Ludwig Van Beethoven

• Arnold Schoenberg

He is the predominant composer who bridged the late Classical era and the early Romantic era.

• Franz Joseph Haydn

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Ludwig Van Beethoven

• Antonio Vivaldi

Who among the following is considered the most amazing genius in musical history?

• George Fredrich Handel

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Ludwig Van Beethoven

• Arnold Schoenberg

Which of the following compositions of Mozart was used in Opera?

• The Clock

• Fidelio

• The Military

• Don Giovani

Sonata-Allegro form consists of three distinct sections and one is Exposition. In what part does the exposition appear?

• First

• Last

• Middle

• Repeats the first part

It is the middle part of the sonata-allegro form where themes are being developed.

• Exposition

• Development

• Recapitulation

• Sonata

The following characterizes Classical music, EXCEPT one;

• Orderly nature

• Qualities of clarity and balance

• Expressive and ornamentals

• Emphasizing formal beauty rather than emotional expression

Sonata came from the word “Sonare” which means _________.

• To play instruments

• To make sounds

• To perform

• To compose songs

It literally means “a harmonious sounding together”

• Sonata

• Sonata Allegro Form

• Concerto

• Symphony

Haydn's composition reflects his own personality and character. Which of the following is the personality of Haydn?

• Calm yet imbalance

• Strict and Abusive

• Serious but with touches of humor

• Funny and Comic