Questions and Answers
Who was the Italian composer known for writing 'The Four Seasons'?
Vivaldi
Which German composer is famous for the 'Brandenburg Concertos'?
Bach
What is the title of the work by Handel that includes the Hallelujah Chorus?
The Messiah
Who is the German composer known as the most important early composer of symphonies?
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Which Austrian composer began composing music at the age of 5 and wrote 20 operas?
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Who is considered the first Romantic composer and wrote 9 symphonies?
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Name the Austrian composer who wrote over 600 songs and died at age 32.
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Which Polish composer is particularly famous for his piano music?
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What famous ballet music did Tchaikovsky compose?
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Which Austrian composer wrote 9 symphonies regarded as some of the longest classical music pieces?
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Name the French composer known for his impressionist style and piano music.
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Which English composer wrote 'Pomp and Circumstance' marches?
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Study Notes
Vivaldi
- Lived from 1678 to 1741; renowned Italian Baroque composer
- Famous for 'The Four Seasons' and numerous concertos
- Also served as a priest
Bach
- Lived from 1685 to 1750; influential German Baroque composer
- Notable for 'Brandenburg Concertos' and 'Mass in B Minor'
- Acclaimed keyboard player; created extensive works for organ
Handel
- Lived from 1685 to 1759; significant German Baroque composer
- Best known for 'The Messiah' and 'Music for the Royal Fireworks'
- Spent considerable time in England and composed numerous operas
Haydn
- Lived from 1732 to 1809; pivotal German Classical composer
- Composed 104 symphonies along with various choral and chamber works
- Recognized as a leading early composer of symphonic music
Mozart
- Lived from 1756 to 1791; influential Austrian Classical composer
- Composed 20 operas, 41 symphonies, and numerous concertos
- Demonstrated exceptional musical talent, composing from age 5; died at 35
Beethoven
- Lived from 1770 to 1827; seminal German Early Romantic composer
- Created 9 symphonies and 1 opera along with a wealth of solo piano music
- Regarded as the first significant Romantic composer
Schubert
- Lived from 1797 to 1828; Austrian Early Romantic composer
- Authored over 600 songs and 9 symphonies, along with various chamber pieces
- Died at the early age of 32
Chopin
- Lived from 1810 to 1849; prominent Polish Romantic composer
- Renowned primarily for his piano compositions
- Spent much of his life in France, becoming the epitome of Romantic piano music
Tchaikovsky
- Lived from 1840 to 1893; celebrated Russian Romantic composer
- Best known for his ballet scores including 'Swan Lake' and 'Sleeping Beauty'
- Composed the famous '1812 Overture'
Mahler
- Lived from 1860 to 1911; notable Austrian late Romantic composer
- Composed 9 symphonies recognized for their length and complexity
- His works often included large orchestras and choirs
Debussy
- Lived from 1862 to 1918; influential French Impressionist composer
- Particularly acclaimed for his innovative piano music
Elgar
- Lived from 1857 to 1934; respected English late Romantic composer
- Known for 'Pomp and Circumstance' marches, including the famous 'Land of Hope and Glory'
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