Brandenburg Concerto revision quiz (medium)

What term best describes this piece of music?

• Concerto Grosso

• Quartet

• Ground bass

• Basso continuo

Answer explanation

The term that best describes this piece of music is Concerto Grosso, which is a musical composition for a group of solo instruments accompanied by an orchestra.

What key does this piece start in?

• D major

• G major

• C# minor

• A minor

Answer explanation

The piece starts in D major, as indicated by the key signature and the presence of F# and C# notes throughout the piece.

What is the main overriding texture in the first 12 bars of this piece?

• Monophonic

• Call and response

• Polyphonic

• Fugal

Answer explanation

The main overriding texture in the first 12 bars of this piece is Fugal, characterized by the interweaving of multiple melodic lines.

What is the name given to the group of soloists?

• Concertino

• Quartet

• Ensemble

• Troupe

Answer explanation

The name given to the group of soloists is Concertino, which refers to a small group of solo performers within an orchestra.

What is the texture of the opening bar (bar 1)?

• Monophonic

• Imitation

• Polyphonic

• Legato

Answer explanation

The texture of the opening bar (bar 1) is monophonic, meaning it consists of a single melodic line without harmony or accompaniment.

Parts of this piece are in the dominant key. What key is this?

(a)  

What time signature/metre is this piece in?

• 2/4

• 6/8

• 3/4

• 4/4

Answer explanation

The correct time signature/metre for this piece is 2/4, as it indicates there are 2 beats per measure with a quarter note receiving one beat. (It has a 6/8 feel though)

What type of cadence is used at the end of the piece?

• Imperfect cadence

• Plagal cadence

• Half cadence

• Perfect cadence

Answer explanation

The type of cadence used at the end of the piece is a Perfect cadence.