Music Composers Short History of the Greats!

The video tutorial introduces the concept of composers, individuals who write music, and explores the history of music notation from ancient times to the Renaissance. It highlights the Baroque period with Johann Sebastian Bach's contributions and moves into the Classical period, focusing on Ludwig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The tutorial discusses Beethoven's challenges with deafness and his famous works, as well as Mozart's early talent and compositions. The video concludes by summarizing the contributions of these composers and encourages viewers to try composing music themselves.

What is the primary role of a composer?

• To perform music

• To write music

• To conduct an orchestra

• To teach music

During which period did Johann Sebastian Bach compose his music?

• Classical period

• Modern period

• Renaissance period

• Baroque period

Which instrument was Bach's Toccata originally composed for?

• Flute

• Piano

• Organ

• Violin

What challenge did Beethoven face later in his life?

• He lost his sight

• He became deaf

• He lost his ability to write

• He could no longer play the piano

At what age did Mozart start composing music?

• Fifteen

• Seven

• Five

• Ten