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The Classical Period
The Classical Period
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What wind instruments were prominent in the Orchestra?
2 flute, 2 oboe, 2 clarinet, 2 basoons, 2 trumpets
2 flute, 2 oboe, 2 clarinet, 2 bassoons, 2-4 horns
2 flute, 2 oboe, 2 clarinet, 2 bassoons, 2 saxophones
2 flute, 2 oboe, 2 clarinet, 2 bassoons,
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What is an alberti bass accompaniment?
In a chord of C major, you would play C, G, E, G
In a chord of C major, you would play C, C, G, E
In a chord of C major, you would play C, E, G, C
In a chord of C major, you would play C, G, G, E
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Who are the big three composers of the Classical Period?
Beethoven, Haydn and Mozart
Beethoven, Haydn and Brahms
Haydn, Mozart and Chopin
Bach, Handel and Vivaldi
4
The Orchestra decreased in size during the Classical Period
True
False
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Choose the correct definition for "homophonic" texture
Melody with chords in the accompaniment
Having a single, unaccompanied line of melody
Melody varied by additional voice/s at same time the melody is being played
Multiple independent melodies being played at the same time
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In Chamber Music, a string quartet features 1 violin, 1 viola, 1 cello and 1 double bass
True
False
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The style of Classical music is simple, clear textures and balanced phrasing
False
True
8
What texture was the Classical period mostly made up of?
Homophonic
Heterophonic
Polyphonic
Monophonic
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The variety of melodies, rhythms and dynamics (crescendos and dimuendos) rose to popularity in the Classical Period
False
True
10
What replaced the harpsichord?
Accordion
Organ
Fortepiano
Harp
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A symphony is an orchestral piece made up of three sections: Fast, slow, fast
True
False
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What is a concerto? (Be specific!)
A piece of music written for solo instrument
A piece of music written for a small group of musicians
A piece of music written for solo instrument and orchestra
A piece of music written for a big group of musicians
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What date was the Classical Period?
1700-1800
1600-1750
1830-1900
1750-1830
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The focus of the concerto is to show off the immense skill of the Orchestra
False
True
