Quiz on Baroque Music

What is a defining characteristic of Baroque music?

• Simplicity and uniform texture

• Ornamentation and complexity

• Monophonic texture

• Emphasis on dissonance

What is *continuo* in Baroque music?

• A solo instrumental piece

• A form of counterpoint

• A continuous bass line with harmonic accompaniment

• A vocal technique

What is a *concerto grosso*?

• A single solo instrument accompanied by an orchestra

• A piece featuring multiple solo instruments with orchestral accompaniment

• A vocal composition with multiple singers

• A church piece for organ solo

What is an *aria* in Baroque opera?

• A recitative section

• A solo song with elaborate melody

• A choral section

• A narrative section with minimal accompaniment

What is a *recitative* in Baroque opera?

• A solo song with accompaniment

• A narrative section with speech-like melody

• A dramatic duet

• A dance piece

What texture is primarily used in the introduction of "For Unto Us a Child Is Born"?

• Homophonic

• Polyphonic

• Monophonic

• Heterophonic

Which compositional technique is prominently featured in the introduction?

• Fugue

• Imitation

• Ground bass

• Call and response

What melodic feature is used to emphasize the words “For unto us a child is born”?

• Long, sustained notes

• Ascending and descending sequences

• Sudden leaps and large intervals

• Ornamentation like trills

What rhythmic feature adds energy and movement to the introduction?

• Syncopation

• Continuous running quavers

• Triple meter waltz rhythm

• Dotted rhythms

What type of ensemble performs the introduction of "For Unto Us a Child Is Born"?

• Full orchestra only

• Unaccompanied choir

• Orchestra and choir together

• Soloist and basso continuo