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George F. Handel - Composer
George F. Handel - Composer
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How much do you know about our composer of the month? Let's find out!
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1
What was Handel's most famous work?
The Firebird
"Ode To Joy" from the 9th Symphony
Spring from THE FOUR SEASONS
Messiah
2
Handel's MESSIAH is an example of a(n)
Concerto
Opera
Symphony
Oratorio
3
During which musical era did Handel compose?
baroque
classical
modern / 20th century
romantic
4
Which of these instruments did Handel play?
organ
violin
harpsichord
saxophone
5
Which of these pieces was played on the River Thames for King George 1?
Agrippina
"Hallelujah Chorus"
Almira
Water Music
6
What is Handel's first name?
George
Fredric
Antonio
Johann
7
In what country was Handel born?
Ghana
Germany
Ethiopia
England
8
What other Baroque composer was
born
the same year as Handel?
Ludwig Van Bethoven
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Antonio Vivaldi
Johann Sabastian Bach
9
Why did Handel study law?
His father demanded he study law.
His mother wanted him to be a lawyer.
He was bored.
Only lawyers were cool in those days.
10
Handel composed which types of music?
opera
cantata
oratorio
concerto
11
How many people attended Handel's funeral?
50,000
nobody; he is still alive
< 2000
> 3000
12
Because the King rose to his feet upon hearing the "Hallelujah Chorus", we still stand up for it today.
False
True
13
What year was Handel born?
1658
1685
1782
1538
14
As a child, Handel had to practice in secret because his father did not want a musician in his home.
True
False
15
George F. Handel is still alive.
False
True
16
Which of these famous Christmas carols has music inspired by Handel?
"O Come All Ye Faithful"
"Joy to the World"
"Silent Night"
"Frosty the Snowman"
