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What distinguishes a symphony as a musical composition?
What distinguishes a symphony as a musical composition?
- It usually has four parts (correct)
- It is performed only by string instruments
- It is always accompanied by a choir
- It has no specific form or structure
Which term best describes the musical texture of Classical music?
Which term best describes the musical texture of Classical music?
- Polyphonic
- Monophonic
- Homophonic (correct)
- Heterophonic
What style of broken chord accompaniment was commonly practiced in the Classical Era?
What style of broken chord accompaniment was commonly practiced in the Classical Era?
- Pizzicato
- Glissando
- Arpeggio (correct)
- Staccato
Which term is used to describe a long piece of musical composition usually in four parts?
Which term is used to describe a long piece of musical composition usually in four parts?
Which dynamic technique, involving a gradual increase in loudness, was commonly used in Classical music?
Which dynamic technique, involving a gradual increase in loudness, was commonly used in Classical music?
In a concerto, what is the typical number of movements?
In a concerto, what is the typical number of movements?
What is the typical number of movements in a sonata?
What is the typical number of movements in a sonata?
Which term best describes the musical composition usually for a solo instrument or a small instrumental ensemble?
Which term best describes the musical composition usually for a solo instrument or a small instrumental ensemble?
In a sonata, how many movements typically exist, each in a related key but with a unique musical character?
In a sonata, how many movements typically exist, each in a related key but with a unique musical character?