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Who is known as the 'Father of Modern School Composition'?
Which composer is credited with the twelve-tone system?
What is the total number of compositions created by Maurice Ravel?
Which composition by Claude Debussy is one of his most popular works?
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Which composer is known for utilizing shifting rhythms and polytonality in their works?
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Claude Debussy's most popular piano composition is ______.
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Maurice Ravel composed ______ featuring the largest crescendo ever created.
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Arnold Schoenberg is known for his development of the ______ system.
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Igor Stravinsky is recognized for his use of ______ rhythms.
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Claude Debussy made a total of more or less ______ compositions.
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Study Notes
Claude Debussy
- Recognized as the Father of Modern School Composition.
- Best known piano work is Claire de Lune, often referred to as Moonlight Sonata.
- Total of approximately 227 compositions throughout his career.
Maurice Ravel
- Renowned for the composition Boléro, known for the largest crescendo in music.
- Created around 60 musical pieces during his lifetime.
Arnold Schoenberg
- Self-taught in music theory, he pioneered the twelve-tone system.
- Explored chromatic harmonies extensively in his works.
- Composed a total of 213 musical pieces.
Igor Stravinsky
- Distinguished for incorporating shifting rhythms and polytonality in his music.
- His body of work includes 127 pieces.
Claude Debussy
- Recognized as the Father of Modern School Composition.
- Best known piano work is Claire de Lune, often referred to as Moonlight Sonata.
- Total of approximately 227 compositions throughout his career.
Maurice Ravel
- Renowned for the composition Boléro, known for the largest crescendo in music.
- Created around 60 musical pieces during his lifetime.
Arnold Schoenberg
- Self-taught in music theory, he pioneered the twelve-tone system.
- Explored chromatic harmonies extensively in his works.
- Composed a total of 213 musical pieces.
Igor Stravinsky
- Distinguished for incorporating shifting rhythms and polytonality in his music.
- His body of work includes 127 pieces.
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Test your knowledge on four influential 20th-century composers: Claude Debussy, Maurice Ravel, Arnold Schoenberg, and Igor Stravinsky. Discover their unique contributions to modern music, including iconic pieces and innovative techniques. Explore their legacies and the impact they've had on classical music.
