Quiz on 20th Century Composers and Techniques

Who developed the 12 tone technique?

• Anton Webern

• Igor Stravinsky

• John Cage

• Arnold Schoenberg

What is the birth date of Arnold Schoenberg?

• September 13, 1874

• July 13, 1951

• October 5, 1912

• August 12, 1992

Which composer is known for 'chance music'?

• Anton Webern

• Igor Stravinsky

• John Cage

• Arnold Schoenberg

What is the title of John Cage's famous silent piece?

• Chance Music

• 12 Tone

• 4'33"

• Music for Strings

When did John Cage die?

• September 5, 1912

• October 5, 1912

• August 12, 1992

• July 13, 1951

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of serialism?

• Use of 12 tones

• Elements left to chance

• Focus on traditional harmony

• Austrian origins

What is the nationality of Arnold Schoenberg?

• German

• Russian

• Austrian

• American

Which composer is associated with the term 'avant-garde'?

• John Cage

• Igor Stravinsky

• Arnold Schoenberg

• Anton Webern

What year was Anton Webern born?

• 1883

• 1874

• 1951

• 1912

Which of the following composers was also a painter?

• Igor Stravinsky

• Arnold Schoenberg

• Anton Webern

• John Cage