Romantic Era Music History Test

The death of which composer began the Romantic era?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johannes Brahms

• Ludwig von Beethoven

• Richard Wagner

A revolution in what country sparked nationalism in many European countries?

• Italy

• France

• Germany

• Spain

What instrument became a central part of middle class households?

• Violin

• Flute

• Guitar

• Piano

The Romantic Era style emphasized what characteristics?

• Elegant, formal music

• Dance music for court events

• Original, emotional music

• Technically challenging music

Which choice best describes program music?

• It always requires virtuosic musicians.

• It tells a story.

• It is used for royal events and court dances.

• It is always about nature.

How did the Industrial Revolution affect the music industry?

• It made computers available to composers.

• It made the electronic sound systems in concert halls more effective.

• It made instruments more advanced and less expensive.

• It gave people jobs in clarinet factories.

What is a Lied?

• A song for piano that captures a person, scene, or emotion.

• A song for voice and piano that is written in German.

• A piece for piano and full orchestra.

• A movement of a symphony.

Which two composers were most famous for Lieder?

• Franz Schubert and Johann Schumaker

• Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn

• Clara and Robert Schumann

• Robert Schumann and Franz Schubert

Clara Schumann was famous as both a player and composer for which instrument?

• Voice

• Piano

• Harp

• Violin

Which composer redesigned the operahouse for accommodate his large music dramas?

• Tchaikovsky

• Brahms

• Wagner

• Berlioz