Music Theory Quiz

What is a pentatonic scale?

• A scale with eight tones

• A scale with half steps

• A scale with five tones

• A scale used only in Western music

Who is credited with developing the Solmization system and staff notation?

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Guido di Arezzo

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Johann Sebastian Bach

In the Solmization system, what is the first tone of a major scale?

• La

• Ti

• Do

• Fa

What genre is Beethoven’s Fur Elise?

• Pop

• Ragtime

• Jazz

• Classical

Scott Joplin is known as the “King of” which music genre?

• Pop

• Waltz

• Ragtime

• Salsa

What is a symphony?

• A short musical piece for solo instruments

• A long, complex musical composition for an orchestra

• A solo piano piece

• A musical piece with only string instruments

In an orchestra, what is the role of the conductor?

• Plays the loudest instrument

• Directs musicians using gestures and a baton

• Organizes sheet music for performers

• Chooses who performs solos

Which of the following is NOT a string instrument in an orchestra?

• Violin

• Banjo

• Cello

• Harp

Which instrument is a woodwind instrument?

• Trumpet

• Trombone

• Oboe

• Timpani

What is the genre of Eine Kleine Nachtmusik by Mozart?

• Salsa

• Jazz

• Classical

• Rock