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WorksheetsMusic History Quiz 1
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 12mins
Giacomo Carissimi composed "Vittoria, Mio Core" around the year 1640. It is written as a cantata for soprano & continuo. What period of music does this composition belong to ?
Classical
Baroque
Before the pianoforte was invented, the keyboard instrument being used on baroque period is ...
piano
harpsichord
grand piano
oboe
What is the primary characteristic of Baroque music?
Use of simple melodies
Emphasis on ornamentation and contrast
Focus on harmony over melody
Minimalistic approach
What instrument is heard being played in this music?
harpsichord
violin
harp
guitar
Which of the following composers is known for their contributions to the Baroque period?
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Johann Sebastian Bach
Ludwig van Beethoven
Frédéric Chopin
The Sonata form consist of 3 parts, which are called: (a) , (b) , and (c)
Match the instruments with their music period!
Classical
Baroque
Baroque
Classical
Which of the following is a common feature of Classical period music?
Use of counterpoint
Clearer structure and form
Heavy ornamentation
Improvisation as a key element
Who among the following composers is associated with the Classical period?
Antonio Vivaldi
Joseph Haydn
Claude Debussy
Frank Sinatra
What period of music was this piece written on ? (2 points)
Give at least 1 reason to justify your answer!(2 points)
