Exploring Classical Music

Who composed the Four Seasons?

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Antonio Vivaldi

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

What is the term for a musical composition for a solo instrument?

• sonata

• symphony

• concerto

• overture

Which composer is known for his symphonies, including the Eroica?

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Johannes Brahms

• Frédéric Chopin

What is the main difference between a symphony and a concerto?

• A symphony features multiple soloists, whereas a concerto is for the entire orchestra.

• The main difference is that a symphony is for orchestra alone, while a concerto features a solo instrument with orchestral accompaniment.

• A symphony is a shorter piece than a concerto.

• A concerto is performed by a choir, while a symphony is for soloists.

Who is considered the father of the symphony?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Franz Schubert

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Joseph Haydn

What period of music history did Beethoven belong to?

• Renaissance and Baroque periods

• Classical and Romantic periods

• Romantic and Modern periods

• Baroque and Classical periods

Which famous opera was composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?

• Carmen

• La Traviata

• The Barber of Seville

• The Magic Flute

What is a sonata?

• A sonata is a form of visual art that depicts musical themes.

• A sonata is a type of dance performed by a large orchestra.

• A sonata is a vocal composition typically sung by a choir.

• A sonata is a musical composition usually for a solo instrument or small ensemble, consisting of multiple movements.

Name one famous ballet composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.

• Giselle

• The Nutcracker

• Swan Lake

• Coppélia

What is the typical structure of a sonata?

• Theme, variation, coda

• Verse, chorus, bridge

• Introduction, climax, conclusion

• The typical structure of a sonata includes exposition, development, and recapitulation.