Franz Schubert Quiz

Who was Franz Schubert, and what made him a significant figure in the world of music?

• A famous violinist known for his performances

• A composer known for his art songs and symphonies

• A conductor who led famous orchestras

• A piano maker in the 19th century

Describe Schubert's early life. How did his upbringing and family influence his musical journey?

• He came from a wealthy family with a strong musical background.

• His father was a schoolteacher who supported his musical education.

• He had no musical training until adulthood.

• His family discouraged his interest in music.

What were some of the challenges Schubert faced during his career as a composer?

• Lack of recognition and financial struggles

• Poor health and competition with Beethoven

• Both a and b

• None of the above

How did Schubert’s contemporaries perceive his work, and how has that perception changed over time?

• He was celebrated widely during his lifetime but forgotten later.

• His work was underappreciated during his lifetime but is highly valued today.

• He was widely respected in his time and remains so.

• His work was controversial and never gained fame.

What role did Schubert’s friends and social circles play in the creation and performance of his music?

• They ignored his compositions.

• They helped organize informal gatherings to perform his music.

• They encouraged him to stop composing.

• They published his work during his lifetime.

Identify and explain two of Schubert’s most famous compositions mentioned in the book. Why are they significant?

• “Erlkönig” and the “Unfinished Symphony” for their innovation and emotion

• “Moonlight Sonata” and “Requiem” for their dramatic intensity

• “Fifth Symphony” and “Nutcracker Suite” for their orchestration

• “Magic Flute” and “Trout Quintet” for their operatic style

How does the book describe Schubert's personality and character? Provide examples from the text.

• He was serious and introverted, rarely socializing.

• He was joyful, humorous, and enjoyed social gatherings.

• He was arrogant and focused solely on fame.

• He was disinterested in his own compositions.

What events or moments in the book highlight Schubert's dedication to his craft?

• His relentless composing despite financial and health issues

• His refusal to take on teaching jobs

• His decision to destroy unfinished works

• His abandonment of music to pursue other interests

How does the book illustrate the balance between joy and struggle in Schubert's life?

• It shows he was always happy without any struggles.

• It describes his joyful gatherings with friends and his financial hardships.

• It portrays him as purely a tragic figure.

• It suggests he was indifferent to success and failure.

What lasting legacy did Schubert leave on classical music, according to the authors?

• He created a completely new genre of music.

• He influenced both vocal and instrumental music with his unique style.

• He was the most performed composer of his time.

• His works were overshadowed by his contemporaries and forgotten.