Chapter 7 Virtuoso Performers

Why is the double bass a difficult instrument to play with agility?

The performer’s charisma - how they compare with other performances you’ve heard

What would be the main result if a musical performance was high in musical expression, but would lack technique?

Virtuoso violinist who was rumored to have sold his soul to the devil for his exceptional ability

Virtuoso pianist, violinist and composer who was a child prodigy like Mozart

Which of the following composers were considered child prodigies?

The largest of the bowed string family

What is the main type of guitar used for classical guitar performances?

What is the main type of guitar used in folk music?

Who was the jazz trumpeter and singer who was famous in America?

Someone who excels at an early age

Of the five criteria for judging musical quality, technique is the only one that’s really important.

Franz Liszt was known for what musically?

A brilliantly skilled performer with flawless technique

The ability to perform an instrument or sing in tune and in proper rhythm

What Is the main type of guitar is used in Rock?

Child Prodigies only existed in Europe during the classical period of music.

What would be the main issue if the musical performance was overly technical, but lacked musical expression?

What genres or styles of music can have virtuosos?

The choice and appropriateness of the music and whether the performer meets your expectations

What is required to become a musical virtuoso?

The tone quality, range, variety and appeal of the sound

The interpretation, style and phrasing

What is the “guitar like” instrument used in Hawai’i?