Classical Concerto

What are the typical dates for the Classical period in music?

• 1600-1750
• 1750-1820
• 1820-1900
• 1900-1950

What is the standard number of movements in a Classical concerto?

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Which form is most commonly used in the first movement of a Classical concerto?

• Rondo
• Minuet
• Sonata form
• Theme and variations

In a Classical concerto, what role does the cadenza serve?

• A section for the orchestra to play alone
• A virtuosic solo passage for the soloist
• The opening section of the piece
• A slow interlude

Which of the following composers is most associated with the Classical period?

• Johann Sebastian Bach
• Ludwig van Beethoven
• Richard Wagner
• Igor Stravinsky

What is the relationship between the soloist and the orchestra in a Classical concerto?

• They play together throughout the entire piece
• The soloist and orchestra alternate, often contrasting each other
• The soloist plays only in the first movement
• The orchestra plays a purely accompanying role

Which of the following is a key characteristic of music from the Classical period?

• Complex polyphony
• Ornate decoration
• Symmetry and balance
• Unpredictable rhythms

What form is commonly used in the final movement of a Classical concerto?

• Minuet
• Fugue
• Rondo
• Sonata form

Which instrument was commonly featured as the soloist in Classical concertos?

• Trumpet
• Violin
• Flute
• Harpsichord

What is a defining characteristic of Mozart's Classical concertos?

• Focus on orchestral dominance
• Use of polyphony
• Balance between soloist and orchestra
• Lack of cadenzas