Classical Music Quiz

Who is considered both a Classical and a Romantic composer?

• Mozart

• Bach

• Haydn

• Beethoven

Haydn was a controversial figure.

• True

• False

Which composer is referred to as the 'Father of the Symphony'?

• Beethoven

• Bach

• Mozart

• Haydn

Which type of opera has the following characteristics: German language; Spoken Dialogue; Magical plots/elements

• Singspiel

• Opera Seria

• Opera Buffa

• Dramma Giocoso

A string is composed of two violins, one viola, and a cello.

• quartet

• ensemble

• trio

• orchestra

Which of the following phrases best describes music of the Classical period?

• balanced and well-constructed

• overwrought, dramatic expression

• forward-moving continuity

• repeated patterns to create unity of mood

Which of the following were important composers of the Classical period?

• Bach and Handel

• Mozart and Haydn

• Kant and Rousseau

• Purcell and Lully

Beethoven transformed opera into an accessible, realistic art with approachable characters for contemporary audiences.

• True

• False

With which librettist did Mozart transform opera into an accessible, realistic art with approachable characters for contemporary audiences?

• Joseph Haydn

• Beethoven

• Emanuel Schikaneder

• Lorenzo da Ponte

A musical movement is:

• The transition between cadences in a composition.

• The motions that an orchestra makes to maintain musical interest.

• A complete, self-contained section within a larger music composition.