Quiz on Johann Sebastian Bach 2

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

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Antonio Vivaldi

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

• 1685

• 1750

• 1738

• 1800

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

• Symphony No. 5

• Badinerie

• The Four Seasons

• Eine kleine Nachtmusik

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

When did Johann Sebastian Bach live?

• A) 1685–1750

• B) 1700–1770

• C) 1600–1650

• D) 1750–1800

Which of the following statements is true about Johann Sebastian Bach?

• A) He is regarded as one of the best composers that ever lived.

• B) He was a famous playwright.

• C) He was known for his landscape paintings.

• D) He was a renowned architect.

Which piece by Johann Sebastian Bach is performed by flute and string?

• A) Badinerie

• B) Symphony No. 5

• C) The Four Seasons

• D) Moonlight Sonata

What is the term "Continuo" defined as in the context of 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

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

• A) Classical period

• B) Romantic period

• C) Baroque period

• D) Modern period

Who composed "Badinerie" in 1738?

• A) Ludwig van Beethoven

• B) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• C) J.S. Bach

• D) Antonio Vivaldi