Symphony Composition and Evolution

Symphony Composition and Evolution

Assessment

Interactive Video

Performing Arts

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges the composer faces when creating symphonies?

Finding the right musicians

Setting and solving new problems

Deciding on a performance venue

Choosing the correct instruments

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the composer use his past works to influence new compositions?

By repeating the same melodies

By experimenting with different musical devices

By collaborating with the same artists

By using the same orchestras

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the composer believe it is important to retain musical history?

To sell more records

To increase concert attendance

To make music more popular

To ensure future generations have a connection to the past

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the focus of the 'Swing Symphony' according to the composer?

The evolution of swing rhythm

The development of jazz instruments

The influence of pop music on jazz

The history of classical music

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does changing the groove affect a piece of music?

It alters the tempo

It changes the effect of the music

It increases the volume

It modifies the key signature