MUS 120 Quiz 3 (Classical style)
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Which of the following characteristics is 'not' typical of the music of the classical period?

  • Classical music is monophonic (correct)
  • Classical music includes dynamics
  • Classical music has clear forms
  • Classical music is polyphonic
  • The three main sections of a sonata-form movement are often followed by a concluding section known as the ____________.

    coda

    The instruments of the string quartet include two violins and ______________.

    cello and viola

    Haydn worked for the wealthy Hungarian family of ____________.

    <p>Esterhazy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A symphony is __________.

    <p>piece for orchestra, consisting of 4 movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mozart was famous for ___________.

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Beethoven wrote _____________ symphonies.

    <p>nine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Haydn is considered the 'Father' of the ____________.

    <p>symphony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Minuet and Trio form is based on _____________.

    <p>dance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The following is not a type of musical form ____________.

    <p>stretto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The musical heir of Haydn and Mozart, Beethoven bridged the __________ and _____________ periods.

    <p>classical, romantic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the exposition of sonata form, two different _________ are presented.

    <p>themes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Theme and Variations form, the theme is ___________ over and over, but changed each time.

    <p>repeated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period of Beethoven's work was he struggling with deafness and writing 'heroic' works?

    <p>Middle (1803 - 1814)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Beethoven was born in __________.

    <p>Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During Beethoven's struggle with deafness he wrote a famous letter called the _______________.

    <p>Heiligenstadt Testament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The 'Surprise Symphony' was composed by ___________.

    <p>Haydn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Beethoven Symphony No._____________ opens with a three note motive, often characterized as 'fate knocking on the door.'

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A piano sonata (e.g. Moonlight Piano Sonata) is a composition in two or more movements for ___________.

    <p>piano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Mozart's opera, Don Giovanni, what new emotional element was added?

    <p>Terror</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Characteristics of Classical Music

    • Classical music is primarily homophonic, not monophonic.
    • The Classical period is distinguished by its clarity of form and structure.

    Sonata Form

    • A sonata-form movement typically consists of three main sections: exposition, development, and recapitulation, followed by a coda.

    String Quartet

    • A standard string quartet consists of two violins, a viola, and a cello.

    Influential Composers

    • Joseph Haydn served the Esterhazy family, a prominent Hungarian noble family.
    • Ludwig van Beethoven is acknowledged as the bridge between the Classical and Romantic periods.
    • Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was recognized for his improvisational skills, prolific compositions, and early success as a child prodigy.

    Symphony

    • A symphony is an orchestral composition generally containing four movements.
    • Haydn is celebrated as the "Father" of the symphony for his significant contributions to the genre.

    Musical Forms

    • The Minuet and Trio form is rooted in dance rhythms.
    • Theme and Variations involve the repeated presentation of a theme with alterations in each iteration.
    • Stretto is not recognized as a legitimate musical form.

    Beethoven's Life and Works

    • Beethoven composed a total of nine symphonies.
    • His "Middle" period (1803-1814) was marked by struggles with deafness and the creation of "heroic" compositions.
    • He was born in Germany and faced significant challenges due to his hearing loss, including writing the Heiligenstadt Testament.

    Notable Works

    • Haydn's "Surprise Symphony" is famous for its unexpected musical surprises.
    • Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 is known for its iconic three-note motif, symbolizing "fate knocking at the door."
    • Mozart's opera "Don Giovanni" introduced elements of terror, enhancing its emotional depth.

    Piano Sonatas

    • A piano sonata, such as the renowned "Moonlight Sonata," is a multi-movement composition intended specifically for solo piano.

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    Test your knowledge of classical music characteristics and the structure of sonata-form movements with this quiz. Designed for MUS 120, you'll explore key elements such as instrumentation and form in classical music. Perfect for reviewing fundamental concepts before exams.

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