Lesson 4.1: Should classics stay classic or should it be (Jun)

1. What does Anthony Tommasini emphasize is necessary for orchestras and opera companies?

• New instruments
• More performances
• Fostering relationships with living composers
• Classical only repertoire
• Higher ticket prices

2. According to the article, who needs more empowerment in the classical music field?

• Conductors
• Composers
• Soloists
• Female and minority artists
• Audience members

3. What format for presenting music does Tommasini suggest might be becoming obsolete?

• Digital concerts
• Open-air performances
• Subscription series
• Solo recitals
• International tours

4. Which composer's work is mentioned as an example of the musical richness that can emerge in performances?

• Beethoven
• Mozart
• Tchaikovsky
• Bach
• Puccini

5. What is a major issue Tommasini identifies with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center's season programming?

• Too many living composers
• No female composers
• Not enough 21st-century works
• Lack of diversity
• Overemphasis on classical era

6. Where does the natural acoustics of a venue play a significant role, according to the article?

• Pop concerts
• Film screenings
• Classical music performances
• Rock festivals
• Sports events

7. What does Tommasini hope composers and performers will not abandon?

• Digital instruments
• Electronic amplification
• Unamplified sound
• Modern music genres
• Visual effects

8. How are conservatories described in their role for music?

• Preserving and passing on tradition
• Focusing only on modern music
• Teaching only performance skills
• Producing composers
• Conducting research

9. What entrepreneurial example is given for classical musicians?

• Starting a YouTube channel
• Forming composer-performer collectives
• Creating music apps
• Investing in music technology
• Opening a music school

10. Which is not listed as a contribution by musicians towards the classical music field?

• Playing older repertoire
• Being drawn to new compositions
• Participating in premieres
• Ignoring traditional music paths
• Focusing solely on solo careers