Exploring Musical Composers

What is a composer?

• A person who paints pictures of musicians

• A person who writes music

• A person who plays music

• A person who dances to music

When were the first signs of music notes found?

• 2000 BC

• 1000 BC

• 1800 AD

• 1500 AD

Who is known for developing modern music writing?

• Bach

• Beethoven

• Artists in the Renaissance period

• Mozart

What instrument was Bach's Two Part Inventions originally for?

• Piano

• Violin

• Harpsichord

• Flute

Which famous piece did Bach write for the organ?

• Eine Kleine Nachtmusik

• Moonlight Sonata

• Ode to Joy

• Takata

What challenge did Beethoven face later in his life?

• He became deaf

• He lost his ability to play piano

• He moved to a different country

• He could no longer write music

At what age did Mozart start writing music?

• At age 10

• At age 20

• At age 15

• At age 5

What does 'Eine Kleine Nachtmusik' translate to in English?

• A Small Night Music

• A Little Night Music

• A Big Day Music

• A Little Morning Music

Which period did Mozart belong to?

• Romantic

• Classical

• Baroque

• Renaissance

What is a symphony?

• A song for choir

• A solo piano piece

• A work for orchestra

• Music for dancing