New World Symphony - Antonin Dvorak

The video explores Antonin Dvorak's time in the United States, focusing on his role as director of the National Conservatory of Music and his efforts to create an American style of music. Dvorak's Ninth Symphony, inspired by African American and Native American music, is analyzed, highlighting its structure and themes. The video addresses criticisms Dvorak faced and his interactions with American musicians. It concludes with a recommendation to listen to the symphony and support the channel.

What was Dvorak's main goal in coming to the United States?

• To teach at a university

• To establish a European style of music

• To create an American style of music

• To perform concerts across the country

Which composer is mentioned as using Hungarian folk music in his compositions?

• John Williams

• Chopin

• Franz Liszt

• Beethoven

Who was the American musician that influenced Dvorak's exposure to African American spirituals?

• Harry T. Burleigh

• Jeanette Thurber

• Chopin

• John Williams

What was the main controversy regarding Dvorak's use of African American and Native American music?

• He ignored African American spirituals

• He only used European folk music

• He refused to use any American influences

• He was accused of stealing melodies

Which African American spiritual does Dvorak's theme in the first movement resemble?

• Amazing Grace

• Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

• Wade in the Water

• Go Down Moses

What instrument was the beautiful melody in the second movement originally written for?

• Flute

• English Horn

• Clarinet

• Bassoon

What is the time signature of the third movement in Dvorak's Symphony?

• 2/4

• 3/4

• 6/8

• 4/4