20th Century Music

Question 1

On a theremin, which antenna controls volume?

Accepted Answer

Horizontal

Question 2

Which composer wrote music that was a fusion of classical and jazz?

Accepted Answer

Maurice Ravel

Question 3

What instruments were added to the orchestra in the 20th century?

Accepted Answer

Harp, Electric guitar

Question 4

Which of the following is a type of instrument used in electronic music?

Accepted Answer

Both are correct

Question 5

20th century music occurred over what years?

Accepted Answer

1900-2000

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a type of music from 20th century?

Accepted Answer

Madrigal

Question 7

How did better speakers and amplifiers improve concerts?

Accepted Answer

More people could attend concerts

Question 8

How is the Ondes martenot played?

Accepted Answer

Pressing keys on a keyboard

Question 9

Why was the telharmonium not popular?

Accepted Answer

All answers are correct

Question 10

What is minimal music?

Accepted Answer

Art music that uses only a few instruments

Question 11

What happened as a result of records being invented?

Accepted Answer

People could listen to music in their homes

Question 12

What was the first electromechanical instrument?

Accepted Answer

Telharmonium

Question 13

How did nationalism affect the way some composers wrote music?

Accepted Answer

Composers used folk songs from their country in their music

Question 14

How did the improvement of planes and jets affect music?

Accepted Answer

Musicians could travel faster and to more places

Question 15

What is neoclassicism?

Accepted Answer

Return of classical ideals and composing techniques

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