Classical Era

Between what years did the Classical Era take place?

Name 2 Classical Composers

Who wrote theme and variations on "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"?

• Mozart

• Beethoven

• Haydn

• Handel

What composer continued to write music even after he went deaf?

• Mozart

• Beethoven

• Haydn

• Handel

Which composer was a child prodigy?

• Mozart

• Beethoven

• Haydn

• Handel

Which symphony is rumored to have been written with contrasting dynamics in an effort to keep a sleepy king awake?

• Symphony No. 40 by Mozart

• "Ode to Joy" Symphony by Beethoven

• Surprise Symphony by Haydn

• The Magic Flute by Mozart

Most musicians of the Classical era were employed by nobility

• True

• False

The middle class gained more access to concerts during the Classical era

• True

• False

When is the period of Classical Music?

• (1750-1820)

• (1725-1890)

• (1809-1983

• (1629-1893

What was the major keyboard instrument during the Classical period?

• Piano
• Clavichord
• Harpsichord
• Organ