20th Century Modern Music Assessment

Where did John Philip Sousa live for his whole life?

• Austria
• Germany
• USA

What kind of music is Sousa known for?

• Classical
• Band Music and Marches
• Atonal Music

What is Sousa's nickname?

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Name a piece Sousa wrote:

• 5 Pieces for Orchestra
• Water Walk
• Stars and Stripes Forever

What instrument did Sousa help create?

• The Tuba
• The Sousaphone
• The Saxophone

How did Sousa impact the music world?

• No impact at all.
• He influenced how people viewed bands and the band programs in schools.
• He was the first to use atonal music.

Where did Copland live his whole life?

• France
• Germany
• USA

Name a piece Copland wrote:

• Firebird
• 4'33"
• Hoedown

Which of the following was Copland known for:

• Known as America's ballet composer.
• Known for incorporating American folk songs into his compositions.
• Known for being the first composer to write for motion pictures.
• All of the above

How did Copland impact the music world?

• No major impact.
• Major influence in the encouragement and education of young composers and musicians.
• Had a major impact in the business of music.