The Evolution of Rock Piano: From Beethoven to Icons

Who is considered the first person to 'rock' the piano?

• Mozart

• Beethoven

• Chopin

• Liszt

Which musician is associated with the Americanization of the piano and Ragtime?

• Fats Waller

• Duke Ellington

• George Gershwin

• Scott Joplin

What unique feature did Ragtime piano players often have during performances?

• Playing multiple pianos

• Playing with their back to the audience

• Playing standing up

• Playing with one hand

Which era marked the beginning of electric music and the Rock era?

• 1940s

• 1920s

• 1970s

• 1950s

Which piano player was known for playing standing up and influenced the narrator?

• Little Richard

• Jerry Lee Lewis

• Elton John

• Ray Charles

Which Beatles song made the narrator switch from guitar to piano?

• Hey Jude

• Let It Be

• Lady Madonna

• Yesterday

Who is known for merging classical music with rock in the 1970s?

• Elton John

• Freddie Mercury

• Billy Joel

• David Bowie

Which song by Freddie Mercury was highlighted for its descending bass line?

• Don't Stop Me Now

• Somebody to Love

• We Are The Champions

• Bohemian Rhapsody

Which band did Tony Banks belong to, who influenced the transition from the 70s to the 80s?

• Pink Floyd

• Genesis

• The Rolling Stones

• The Who

What is the title of the narrator's own record that combines various musical elements?

• Somebody to Love

• Turn It On Again

• Goodbye Yellow Brick Road

• Strange Animals