Music Quiz

Which genre of music originated from the African American communities in the 20th century and is known for its use of improvisation, polyrhythms, and syncopation?

• Rock

• Jazz

• Classical

• Pop

What is the name of the large keyboard musical instrument that uses hammers to strike strings, commonly used in both solo and ensemble settings?

• Harpsichord

• Organ

• Piano

• Synthesizer

Who composed the famous four-note opening motif of the Symphony No. 5, which is often interpreted as "Fate knocking at the door"?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Franz Schubert

In music notation, what symbol is used to raise a note by a half step?

• Flat

• Natural

• Sharp

• Slur

Which musical genre is characterized by its lyrical focus on emotional heartbreak, typically featuring steel guitars and fiddles?

• Blues

• Country

• R&B

• Hip-hop

The saxophone is a common instrument in jazz music. Which family of musical instruments does it belong to?

• Woodwind

• Brass

• String

• Percussion

Which composer is known for his Baroque compositions and for his work as a music director at St. Thomas Church in Leipzig?

• Antonio Vivaldi

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• George Frideric Handel

• Ludwig van Beethoven

What is the term used to describe the speed or pace of a given piece in music?

• Dynamics

• Tempo

• Rhythm

• Melody

Which of the following instruments is NOT a string instrument?

• Violin

• Cello

• Oboe

• Harp

Who is credited with popularizing the symphony and string quartet music forms?

• Franz Liszt

• Joseph Haydn

• Richard Wagner

• Claude Debussy