Quiz on Johann Sebastian Bach

Who composed the piece 'Badinerie' from Orchestral Suite No. 2?

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Antonio Vivaldi

Answer explanation

Johann Sebastian Bach composed the piece 'Badinerie' from Orchestral Suite No. 2.

In which year was 'Badinerie' from Orchestral Suite No. 2 composed?

• 1685

• 1738

• 1750

• 1785

Answer explanation

The correct year in which 'Badinerie' from Orchestral Suite No. 2 was composed is 1738.

What is the title of the piece composed by Johann Sebastian Bach in 1738?

• Symphony No. 5

• The Four Seasons

• Badinerie

• Eine kleine Nachtmusik

Answer explanation

The title of the piece composed by Johann Sebastian Bach in 1738 is 'Badinerie'.

Who was Johann Sebastian Bach?

• A) A German Baroque composer

• B) A French Romantic painter

• C) An Italian Renaissance sculptor

• D) A Russian Classical novelist

Answer explanation

Johann Sebastian Bach was a German Baroque composer, making option A the correct choice.

When did Johann Sebastian Bach live?

• A) 1685-1750

• B) 1600-1675

• C) 1700-1775

• D) 1650-1725

Answer explanation

Johann Sebastian Bach lived from 1685 to 1750, so the correct answer is A) 1685-1750.

Which of the following is a piece performed by flute and string composed by Johann Sebastian Bach?

• A) Badinerie

• B) Symphony No. 5

• C) The Four Seasons

• D) Moonlight Sonata

Answer explanation

The piece performed by flute and string composed by Johann Sebastian Bach is Badinerie, making option A the correct choice.

How is Johann Sebastian Bach regarded in the world of music?

• A) As one of the best composers that ever lived

• B) As a famous opera singer

• C) As a renowned violinist

• D) As a celebrated conductor

Answer explanation

Johann Sebastian Bach is regarded as one of the best composers that ever lived in the world of music.

What is the term "Continuo" defined as in music?

• A) A type of musical notation

• B) A solo performance

• C) Improvised accompaniment of chords/harmony over bassline, played by harpsichord

• D) A type of musical instrument

Answer explanation

The term 'Continuo' in music refers to the improvised accompaniment of chords/harmony over a bassline, typically played by a harpsichord.

Which period is indicated by the use of Continuo in music?

• A) Classical period

• B) Romantic period

• C) Baroque period

• D) Modern period

Answer explanation

The use of Continuo in music is indicated during the Baroque period.

Who composed "Badinerie" in 1738?

• A) Ludwig van Beethoven

• B) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• C) J.S. Bach

• D) Antonio Vivaldi

Answer explanation

J.S. Bach composed 'Badinerie' in 1738.