Quincy Jones CLASS Article Quiz

Which of the following describes the impact of Quincy Jones on the history of pop music?

Hint: must select more than one answer

• His recordings revolutionized music by crossing genres

• His recordings promoted unlikely collaborations

• He helped shaped modern production techniques

• He wrote the song, "Billie Jean"

• He created the first music video

Which two famous artists did Quincy Jones work closely with?

• Elvis Presley and Madonna

• Frank Sinatra and Michael Jackson

• The Beatles and Bob Dylan

• Prince and Whitney Houston

Where did Frank Sinatra and Quincy Jones perform together for a four-week residency?

• The Copacabana

• The Sands hotel, Las Vegas

• Madison Square Garden

• The Hollywood Bowl

What did Frank Sinatra say about his experience performing with Quincy Jones?

• It was a regular gig.

• It was the most exciting engagement I have ever done.

• It was just another show.

• It was a challenging experience.

According to the article, which song produced by Quincy Jones has one of the most recognizable intros in the history of pop?

• Billie Jean

• Come Fly With Me

• Mad About The Boy

• Summer In The City

• Beat it

What was unique about Lesley Gore's voice that Quincy Jones noticed?

• It was very loud

• It had a mellow, distinctive quality

• It was high-pitched

• It was very deep

​ (a)   was sampled on 87 other songs, including tracks by ​ (b)  

and The Roots.

• Mad About The Boy
• Fly Me To The Moon

• Summer In The City
• Eminem
• Frank Sinatra
• Michael Jackson

What inspired Quincy Jones to write "Soul Bossa Nova"?

• A trip to Brazil

• An early-60s fad for Brazilian music

• A famous Brazilian singer

• A carnival in Rio

Which movie featured "Soul Bossa Nova" in its opening dance sequence?

• Austin Powers: International Man Of Mystery

• James Bond: Dr. No

• The Pink Panther

• Mission Impossible

What was the goal of Quincy Jones for Michael Jackson's "Beat It"?

• To get it played on US rock radio

• To produce it with a live orchestra

• To record it in one take

• To make it a duet with Frank Sinatra