Music History Review

The earliest form of written 'notes'.

When was the Baroque period of Music History?

Had a troubled childhood with an alcoholic father, who exploited his talents for money.

What invention from the Renaissance period made music more widely accessible to more people?

A large instrumental work, usually in four contrasting movements.

The combination of notes sounding at the same time and creating a pleasant, 'agreeing' effect.

Was a child prodigy, playing and composing music at age 5.

Composed 'Moonlight Sonata'.

An early version of the piano.

Which of the following is not a Medieval instrument?

Copied music from his brother's hymnal by the light of the moon, later causing his blindness.

Without any instrumental accompaniment.

How did Classical music sound?

Known for his operas, composed 'Don Giovanni'.

Lived in the Esterhazy palace and was provided with musicians, income, and musical freedom.

Composed on his deathbed, 'Lacrymosa', a requiem mass, which is music played at a funeral.

The speed of music; how fast or slow.

A staged dramatic work, for instruments and voices, similar to today's musical theater.

What does the word sacred mean, when referring to music?

How did Baroque music sound?

When was the Renaissance period of Music History?

Medieval chant-like singing, with religious words, sung by men and boys in churches.

When was the Classical period of Music History?

What does the word 'Renaissance' mean?

When was the Medieval period of Music History?

Was known for his composition, 'The Messiah'.

The volume of music; how loud or soft.

Who was your favorite composer to learn about in our Music History unit?

Known for incorporating humor in his music, sometimes playing tricks on his audience members.

Composed 'Surprise Symphony'.

Became deaf in his life, and contemplated suicide.

What does the word secular mean, when referring to music?

Wrote a piece inspired by the four seasons.

This composer is known for creating a musical 'language' that composers still study today.