Music History and Theory

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Who is George Gershwin?

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An American composer known for blending classical music with jazz influences; famous works include 'Rhapsody in Blue' and 'Porgy and Bess'.

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Who is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?

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A prolific and influential composer of the Classical era; known for operas like 'The Marriage of Figaro' and symphonies such as 'Jupiter Symphony'.

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Who is Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky?

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A Russian composer known for his ballets 'Swan Lake' and 'The Nutcracker', as well as his symphonic works like 'Pathetique'.

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Who is Aaron Copland?

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An American composer known for his ballets like 'Appalachian Spring' and orchestral works that evoke the American spirit.

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Who is Ludwig van Beethoven?

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A crucial figure in the transition between the Classical and Romantic eras; known for his symphonies, including the 'Ninth Symphony' with the famous 'Ode to Joy'.

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What is the String Family?

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Instruments that produce sound through vibrating strings, including violins, violas, and cellos.

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What is the Woodwind Family?

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Instruments that produce sound by blowing air through reeds or across openings, such as flutes, clarinets, and oboes.

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What is the Brass Family?

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Instruments made of brass that produce sound through the vibration of lips against a mouthpiece, including trumpets and trombones.

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What is the Percussion Family?

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Instruments that produce sound by being struck, shaken, or scraped, such as drums, tambourines, and xylophones.

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What is Latin Music?

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Encompasses various styles from Latin America, including Tango, Salsa, and Mariachi, characterized by rhythmic and melodic diversity.