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1
In what ways did Beethoven expand sonata form?
introduction of "scherzo" third movement
dramatic expansion (and diminution) of dimensions
two or more themes
developmental codas
2
Haydn eschewed "Fortspinnung" tactics and preferred to write songful melodies.
True
False
3
Haydn was known as the "Father of ____"
symphony
string quartet
opera
sonata
4
Which of the following is one of Mozart's Da Ponte operas?
Die Zauberflöte
La clamenza di Tito
Bastien und Bastienne
Cosi fan tutte
5
The finale of a symphony was once short and light, but needed to be longer to act as a counterweight to the first mvmt.
False
True
6
Beethoven placed copyrights on his work and was a very good businessman.
True
False
7
Mozart's symphonies were often dedicated to a city, person, or characteristic.
False
True
8
Beethoven did not add much virtuosity or unusual figuration to piano works.
True
False
9
Who wrote lyrical melodies and often incorporated more than one theme in his sonati?
Haydn
Mozart
10
How many symphonies did Haydn compose?
307
104
500+
16
11
Which of the following composers was an influence on Mozart?
J.C. Bach
Sammartini
Haydn
all of the above
12
In the Classical era (and in general), composers write almost exclusively to express their personal emotions.
True
False
13
Beethoven successfully composed in all genres.
True
False
14
Haydn composed Austria's national anthem.
True
False
15
Who composed the Haydn Quartets?
Mozart
Haydn
Sammartini
Salieri
16
Who was the finest opera composer at his time?
Salieri
Beethoven
Mozart
Haydn
17
Under which family was Haydn employed?
Esterhazy
freelance composer
none - he was a servant of the state
Medici
18
Mozart's melodic chromaticism, vocal qualities, and variety foreshadow the Romantic era.
True
False
19
Mozart was not very successful in his lifetime - the label of a "child prodigy" never left him.
False
True
20
Who worked in Vienna for most of his life and therefore does not have distinct musical periods?
Mozart
Haydn
21
What did Beethoven add to the symphonic palette?
increased orchestral dimensions
choral and solo singing
rearranged order of movements
programmatic titles
22
Who was the shrewder businessman - Haydn or Mozart?
Haydn
Mozart
23
Mozart died while composing which of the following pieces?
Requiem
Symphony No. 35
Piano Concerto No. 21
Don Giovanni
24
Beethoven's string quartets were marked by what innovations?
the use of mediant relationships
all of the above
fugal or intricately contrapuntal movements
many "attaca" movements
25
The writer of the Figaro plays was ...
W.A. Mozart
Lorenzo Da Ponte
Voltaire
Pierre Beaumarchais
26
A composer's innovations are usually first seen in works for their "home" instrument.
True
False
27
Who is the "Great Disruptor"?
Mozart
Haydn
Salieri
Beethoven
28
Which of Beethoven's symphonies had disillusioned political overtones?
No. 9 (Ode to Joy)
No. 5 ("Fate")
No. 3 (Eroica)
No. 6 (Pastoral)
29
Beethoven's concern for unity led to cyclic works, themes and variations, and "thematic transformation."
False
True
30
Which of the following events marked a turning point in Beethoven's career?
the death of Mozart
the arrival of the Romantic era
the Heillengenstadt Testament
his complete loss of hearing
31
In how many periods do we divide Beethoven's musical output?
2
1
3
4
