MUL Final Exam Quizzes
What is "counterpoint?" A. "Point against point," that follows specific stylistic rules that help establish the harmony of the piece B. Two melodies that follow each other, yet are significantly contradictory C. free sections where the subject is not heard in its entirely (often uses sequence to modulate) D. theme; primary musical idea. It is imitative (as discussed earlier!) with embellished cadences, which is played in multiple voices E. opening section where each voice presents the subject
A. "Point against point," that follows specific stylistic rules that help establish the harmony of the piece
How many themes are in the first tonal section of Eine kleine Nachtmusik? A. 3 B. None C. 1 D. 2 E. 4
A. 3
What is basso continuo? A. A specific bass line, where the accompianist that improvise over B. The numbers that determine harmony in Baroque music C. The baroque development of playing low pitched instruments with ornimentation D. How baroque artists would draw the male models E. The polyphonic approach to writing for male singers
A. A specific bass line, where the accompianist that improvise over
Which of these statements are NOT representative of Beethoven's legacy? A. A tragic figure, in that though not only was Beethoven was deaf (superhuman), and he failed to gain popularity while alive B. Beethoven expanded musical techniques and orchestration C. Beethoven's attitude towards his patrons drastically different, as he considered himself their equals D. Beethoven wrote music that made new demands on the listener, as he challenged rather than merely entertained E. Beethoven expanded size of orchestra and length of the symphony
A. A tragic figure, in that though not only was Beethoven was deaf (superhuman), and he failed to gain popularity while alive
Which of the following is NOT true about Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart? A. Born in Vienna B. He came from a musical family C. He was a famous child prodigy D. Toured throughout northern Europe and Italy, exposing him to a wealth of musical styles E. He was a court musician in Salzburg in the 1770s
A. Born in Vienna
What type of composition did Bach write weekly in the latter part of his career? A. Cantata B. Lute Suite C. Symphony D. String Quarter E. Concerto
A. Cantata
What type of piece is "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme?" A. Cantata B. Oratorio C. Chamber piece D. Sonata E. Exposition
A. Cantata
What type of song would be sung to celebrate military conquest? A. Carol B. Organum C. Chanson D. Troubadour E. Trouvere
A. Carol
What was a secular French song of the medieval period? A. Chanson B. Carol C. Organum D. Gregorian Chant E. Strophic
A. Chanson
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an orchestral dance suite? A. Divided into acts B. All in one key C. Some included a second, complimentary dance called a trio D. Most in binary (A B) form E. Played by a full orchestra, trio, or solo
A. Divided into acts.
The new Baroque creators new works that were considered A. Elaborate B. Pensive C. Reflective D. Solemn E. Bright
A. Elaborate
Which of these were NOT characteristics of the Enlightenment? A. Following established political ideology B. Pursuit of truth and discovery of natural laws C. Music that would have pleasing variety and natural simplicity that fits the ideals of the period D. Growth of the middle class E. Voltaire and Rouseau espoused social justice, equality, religious tolerance, freedom of speech
A. Following established political ideology
Which of the following were NOT reflective of Neoclassicism? A. Free formal characteristics B. Emulation of the art of ancient Greece and Rome C. Ornate decoration avoided D. Feeling of "higher quality" E. Geometric shapes, balance, symmetry, proportion
A. Free formal characteristics
What type of music would be performed in a Mass by monks? A. Gregorian Chant B. Organum C. Ordinary of the Mass D. Chanson E. Carol
A. Gregorian Chant
Which of these are NOT a characteristic of opera buffa? A. Harmonic elements were serious in nature B. Realistic characters C. Recitative and aria D. Fast changes in mood E. Fast changes in mood
A. Harmonic elements were serious in nature
Which of these are NOT a characteristic of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony? A. Harmonic progressions are more similar to the Baroque period rather than the Classical B. Four movements convey a sense of psychological progression C. Cyclic; use of thematic transformation D. Composed between 1804 and 1808 E. Expanded orchestra (trombones, piccolo, contrabassoon)
A. Harmonic progressions are more similar to the Baroque period rather than the Classical
Of the following, which is NOT representative of music of the medieval period? A. Harmonies were influenced by non-European music for the first time B. Beginnings of musical form was found in the verse/chorus in carols C. Rhythms gradually became measured D. Melodies were restricted to specific note choices, similar (but not exact) to major and minor scales demonstrated in our last lecture E. Cathedral music would feature polyphony, which established the beginnings of harmony
A. Harmonies were influenced by non-European music for the first time
Which of the following is NOT characteristic of the compositional style in the Classical period? A. Has a driving rhythm of the Baroque coupled with rapidly moving harmonies B. Mostly homophonic, especially when introducing themes C. Use of crescendo and diminuendo D. Counterpoint used sparingly and mainly for contrast E. Tempo and meter remain the same, but with a more flexible rhythm
A. Has a driving rhythm of the Baroque coupled with rapidly moving harmonies
Which of the following is NOT true about Beethoven's later life? A. He finally found his "Immortal Beloved" bringing him relief and joy while his health deteriorated B. Two large-scale compositions (Missa Solemnis, 1823, and the 9th Symphony, 1824) C. He mostly composed introspective chamber music D. He had total deafness, and was withdrawn from society E. Beethoven's music was more remote and inaccessible
A. He finally found his "Immortal Beloved" bringing him relief and joy while his health deteriorated
How did Mozart opera? A. He focused on stories based on German fables B. He created a new kind of opera that mixed serious and comic elements to powerful effects C. He married sacred and secular music to appeal to a wider audience D. He was the first to use wind instruments in opera E. All of these
A. He focused on stories based on German fables
Which of the following is NOT true about Beethoven early in his career? A. He studied with Mozart in Vienna B. He played louder, more forcefully, and more violently than any pianist Vienna had heard C. He gained support from wealthy patrons D. His father was an abusive alcoholic who forcibly made him practice the keyboard at all house E. He gained entry into houses of the wealthy due to his phenomenal ability as a pianist
A. He studied with Mozart in Vienna
Which of these characteristics is NOT true about Mozart's operas? A. He was the first to introduce the cantata to the opera stage B. Lorenzo da Ponte wrote most of Mozart's librettos C. Mozart wrote Italian opera seria, and modern opera buffa D. Mozart wrote German Singspiel (spoken dialogue and songs) E. He wrote Die Zauberflöte (The Magic Flute)
A. He was the first to introduce the cantata to the opera stage
Which of these are stylistic elements of Renaissance music? A. Instrumental music predominates the style, with some vocal music B. Harmonies reflect some of that tension through dissonance C. Melodies have a narrow range; however some secular music has notes that build tension, via a chromatic scale D. Imitation polyphonic becomes more prevalent in the motet E. Duple and triple meter are equally as popular, largely because of the increase in popularity of secular music
A. Instrumental music predominates the style, with some vocal music
Which of these are not true about the invention of the piano? A. It became the preferred instrument by the royality because of its cost B. Amateur music making in the home, and many amateur pianists were women C. Simpler, more homophonic style of keyboard music D. Originally named the pianoforte. Replaced the harpsichord, could play more than one dynamic level E. Invented around 1700
A. It became the preferred instrument by the royality because of its cost
Which of the following is NOT true about Joseph Haydn? A. Last of the great composers to move to Vienna B. Worked as a freelance musician in the 1750s C. Was so reversed by fellow composers. and the ones that followed, Haydn was affectionately known as Papa Haydn D. Served as a choirboy and studied composition, violin and keyboard, at Saint Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna E. Engaged as music director for the court of Hungarian Prince Nikolaus Esterhazy
A. Last of the great composers
The Reformation had something do with everything listed BUT A. Martin Luther founded the Council of Trent B. Martin Luther posted the 95 complaints C. Martin Luther inspired the beginning of Protestantism D. Palestrina continued to write polyphonic music E. The Council of Trent was concerned about polyphonic writing as it took away the importance of the text
A. Martin Luther founded the Council of Trent
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an oratorio? A. More expensive than an opera production B. Dramatic function of the chorus C. Divided into acts D. Performed without costumes or scenery E. Sacred text
A. More expensive than an opera production
What was "The Doctrine of Emotions?" A. Musical mood could influence the affections of the listener B. Decree by the Council of Trent requiring more solemn writing C. Establishment of strict meter such as duple or triple to glorify God D. The doctrine that forbid instruments from being used in sacred music E. The doctrine that forbid instruments from being used in sacred music
A. Musical mood could influence the affections of the listener
A large-scale genre of music involving an overture, arias, recitatives, and choruses. A. Oratorio B. Opera C. Opera seria D. Opera buffa
A. Oratorio
An instrumental collection of stylized dance movements, between 2 and 7 in a single piece. A. Orchestral dance suite B. Oratorio C. Opera seria D. Opera buffa
A. Orchestral dance suite
What type of music were found in the churches attended by the populace in the medieval period? A. Organum B. Gregorian Chant C. Chanson D. Carol E. Ordinary of the Mass
A. Organum
Bach wrote the Brandenberg Concertos while employed by the A. Prince of Cothen B. Queen of Sheeba C. Prince of Leipzig D. Duke of Weimar E. King Dr H
A. Prince of Cothen
Which of the following instruments did NOT have an ancestor in the medieval period? A. Saxophone B. Trumpet C. Trombone D. Lute E. Violin
A. Saxophone
What is the tempo characteristic of the second movement in Haydn's "Surprise Symphony" (Opus 94)? A. Slow B. Fast C. Presto D. Moderately E. Allegro
A. Slow
Which of these were NOT a characteristic of Opera Buffa? A. Songs that were clear yet serious in nature B. Expressed middle class values; sature of pompous and incompetent aristocrats C. Social satire, sight gags, bawdy humor D. Reflected social change as well as inspired it E. Use of everyday characters and situations
A. Songs that were clear yet serious in nature
What type of songs have a verse followed by a memorable chorus? A. Strophic B. Troubadour C. Trouvere D. Chanson E. Organum
A. Strophic
What do the blue lines represent? A. Subjects B. Counterpoint C. Episode D. Imitation E. None of these
A. Subjects
What composition featured 24 pieces in every key? A. The Well-Tempered Clavier B. Art of the Fugue C. Brandenberg Concerto D. Mass in B minor E. Lute Suite in E minor
A. The Well-Tempered Clavier
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of the Symphony? A. The choir only sings in the final movement B. Multi-movement for orchestra C. Significant genre for public concerts D. Origins in the Italian sinfonia E. Movements are organized as fast-slow-minuet-fast
A. The choir only sings in the final movenent
What is figured bass? A. The numbers that determine harmony in Baroque music B. A specific bass line, where the accompianist that improvise over C. The baroque development of playing low pitched instruments with ornimentation D. How baroque artists would draw the male models E. The polyphonic approach to writing for male singers
A. The numbers that determine harmony in Baroque music
In Eine kleine Nachtmusik, which of these is not characteristic of the development section A. the original key is avoided B. Abrupt change; closing theme developed; multiple modulations C. First theme developed briefly D. Rising scales in unison E. Retransition (dominant pitch held in violins and then bass)
A. The original key is avoided
Which of the following is NOT true about music in Vienna during the Classical period? A. The price of pianos was often cost prohibitive for most musicians B. There were plenty of amateur performers C. Musicians from all of Europe migrated there D. There were aristocratic patrons who supported musicians of the era E. There were plenty of public concerts
A. The price of pianos was often cost prohibitive for most musicians
Which of the following was NOT an important element in the Renaissance? A. The symphony was developed in this period B. Renaissance means "rebirth" C. Secular music became more important in European society D. Renaissance resulted in an increase in humanism E. The melodies were more emotional and accessible
A. The symphony was developed in this period
What is a libretto? A. The text of an opera B. Wooden instrument that proceeded the bassoon C. The female vocalist who sings the highest notes D. The male vocalist who sings the lowest notes E. The male singer who had a procedure to remove a part of their body to sing higher
A. The text of an opera
In most recapitulation sections, which of these is true? A. Themes from the exposition return, but now the second tonal area and closing material are in the tonic key B. The original key is avoided C. The opening section where each voice presents the subject D. Free sections where the subject is not heard in its entirety (often uses sequences to modulate) E. opening section where each voice presents the subject
A. Themes from the exposition return, but now the second tonal area and closing material are in the tonic key
What was a minstrel from southern France called? A. Troubadour B. Trouvere C. Chanson D. Carol E. Strophic
A. Troubadour
What was a minstrel from northern France called? A. Trouvere B. Troubador C. Strophic D. Carol E. Chanson
A. Trouvere
Which instrument is NOT part of the viol family? A. Violoboe B. Viola C. Bass viol (double bass) D. Violoncello (cello) E. Violin
A. Violoboe
Which of these are NOT a reason that vocal ensembles were used in operas in the classical period? A. Vocal ensembles sang sacred music to evoke feelings of church B. Each character responds to the dramatic action C. Ensemble often closes a scene or act D. Typifies the more democratic spirit of the late 18th-century E. all of these
A. Vocal ensembles sang sacred music to evoke feelings of church
Which of the following is NOT true about Beethoven's "Pathetique" sonata, Op. 13? A. Was the first sonata to avoid an "allegro" first movement B. The title suggests passion and pathos C. Extremes of range, dynamics, tempo D. Beethoven played it frequently in aristocratic homes E. More virtuosic than any earlier sonata
A. Was the first sonata to avoid an "allegro" first movement
The Aria is A. a song in the opera B. speech like singing C an instrumental pause between each strophe D. a song for groups of people E. the text of an opera
A. a song in the opera
In the opera Don Giovanni, who is the "Zerlina"? A. an engaged peasant girl B. elderly father of Donna Anna C. aristocrat, villain D. a virtuous woman; one of many conquests E. servant to Don Giovanni
A. an engaged peasant girl
A Ritornello is A. an instrumental pause between each strophe B. a song in the opera C. speech like singings D. a song for groups of people E. the text of an opera
A. an instrumental pause between each strophe
In the opera Don Giovanni, who was "Don Giovanni"? A. aristocrat B. servant to Don Giovanni C. a virtuous woman; one of many conquests D. elderly father of Donna Anna E. An engaged peasant girl
A. aristocrat, villain
The women in the opera Don Giovanni were portrayed as A. complex characters B. servants to Don Giovanni C. static characters D. emotionless characters E. Don Giovanni himself
A. complex characters
In the opera Don Giovanni, who is the "Commandmant"? A. elderly father of Donna Anna B. aristocrat, villain C. a virtuous woman; one of many conquests D. servant to Don Giovanni E. An engaged peasant girl
A. elderly father of Donna Anna
Motet writing saw an increase in A. four-part, polyphonic imitation B. monophonic texture C. homophonic texture D. Formal organization for the first time E. All of these
A. four-part, polyphonic imitation
In a fugue, what is an "episode"? A. free sections where the subject is not heard in its entirely (often uses sequence to modulate) B. opening section where each voice presents the subject C. theme; primary musical idea. It is imitative (as discussed earlier!) with embellished cadences, which is played in multiple voices D. "Point against point," that follows specific stylistic rules that help establish the harmony of the piece E. Two melodies that follow each other, yet are significantly contradictory
A. free sections where the subject is not heard in its entirely (often uses sequence to modulate)
In a fugue, what is an "exposition"? A. opening section where each voice presents the subject B. theme; primary musical idea. It is imitative (as discussed earlier!) with embellished cadences, which is played in multiple voices C. free sections where the subject is not heard in its entirely (often uses sequence to modulate) D. "Point against point," that follows specific stylistic rules that help establish the harmony of the piece E. Two melodies that follow each other, yet are significantly contradictory
A. opening section where each voice presents the subject
In a Sonata Allegro form, what is "exposition"? A. presents thematic material B. thematic material is expanded and altered C. themes return, usually in original order D. continues to use strict meter such as duple or triple E. imitation polyphony becomes more prevalent
A. presents thematic material
George Frideric Handel was known for writing this type opera A. seria B. buffa C. comic D. metallica E. canon
A. seria
In the opera Don Giovanni, who was "Leporello"? A. servant to Don Giovanni B. aristocrat, villain C. a virtuous woman; one of many conquests D. elderly father of Donna Anna E. An engaged peasant girl
A. servant to Don Giovanni
What is Monody? A. songs for soloists B. Songs for groups of people C. Songs with harmony sung by one person D. Songs that reflected emotional content E. Songs that were sacred, but sang outside of religious services
A. song for soloists
The Recitative is A. speech like singing B. a song in the opera C. an instrumental pause between each strophe D. a song for groups of people E: the text of an opera
A. speech like singing
In Sonata form, what is "development"? A. thematic material is expanded and altered B. presents thematic material C. themes return, usually in original order D. imitation polyphony becomes more prevalent E. continues to use strict meter such as duple or triple
A. thematic material is expanded and altered
In a fugue, what is the "subject"? A. theme; primary musical idea. It is imitative (as discussed earlier!) with embellished cadences, which is played in multiple voices B. opening section where each voice presents the subject C. free sections where the subject is not heard in its entirely (often uses sequence to modulate) D. "Point against point," that follows specific stylistic rules that help establish the harmony of the piece E. Two melodies that follow each other, yet are significantly contradictory
A. theme; primary musical idea. It is imitative (as discussed earlier!) with embellished cadences, which is played in multiple voices
In Sonata form, what is "recapitulation"? A. themes return, usually in original order B. presents thematic material C. thematic material is expanded and altered D. imitation polyphony becomes more prevalent E. continues to use strict meter such as duple or triple
A. themes return, usually in original order
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a sonata? A. Genre of chamber music for solo piano or solo instrument accompanied by piano? B. Least published genre of 18th century C. Three of four movement: fast-slow-(minuet/scherzo)-fast D. Performed by professionals and amateurs E. Often used for piano students
B. Least published genre of 18th century
What is "terraced dynamics"? A. How baroque artists would draw the male models B. Quickly shifting the volume of sounds from one level to another C. Beginnings of musical form was found in the verse/chorus in carols D. Establishment of strict meter such as duple or triple to glorify God E. The numbers that determine harmony in Baroque music
B. Quickly shifting the volume of sounds from one level to another
Which of The Four Seasons is considered most famous? A. Fall B. Spring C. Winter D. Summer
B. Spring
Which of these are NOT a characteristic quality of later Baroque instrumental music? A. Harmonies are established by the use of major and minor tonalities, which are building blocks of the harmonies we use even today B. The basso continuo was shunned as it was likened to music of earlier periods C. Meters become repetitive and rhythmic D. Melodies have larger leaps and a wider range than music that preceded it E. Instruments are developed into stable ones, which leads to the emergence of the string orchestra
B. The basso continuo was shunned as it was likened to music of earlier periods
What is ritornello form? A. None of these B. The main theme returns again and again C. AABCAA D. ABACA E. ABA
B. The main theme returns again and again
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a concerto? A. Includes a Cadenza, that incorporates themes from the movement, provides an opportunity for soloist to show off, often by improvising B. Mozart credited with creating the modern pieces C. Considered by most as the most intimate of all genres from the classical period D. Three movements, fast-slow-fast (minuet ommited) E. Large-scale genre for instrumental soloist and orchestra, intended for a public audience
C. Considered by most as the most intimate of all genres from the classical period
Which of these genres are NOT considered to be important in the Classical period? A. Concerto B. String quartet C. Orchestral dance suite D. Sonata E. Symphony
C. Orchestral dance suite
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of the string quartet? A. Four movements: fast-slow-minuet-fast B. To be enjoyed by the players themselves C. Written in response to the Italian sinfonia D. One person to a part E. Two violins
C. Written in response to the Italian sinfonia
What is Rondo form? A. AABCAA B. The main theme returns again and again C. None of these D. ABACA E. ABA
D. ABACA
Which of these is NOT characteristic of rondo form? A. Often used for the last movement (finale) of instrumental genres- "happy ending" B. One of the oldest musical forms C. Refrain (A) alternates with contrasting music (B, C, etc) usually with at least two contrasting sections D. Theme that has slight changes in each version that follows E. Typically light, quick and jovial
D. Theme that has slight changes in each version that follows
How many movements are in Haydn's Trumpet Concerto in Eb? A. None of these B. 5 C. 3, but there is a bonus coda D. 4 E. 3
E. 3
Which of these characteristics are NOT found in the first theme of Mozart's Symphony no. 40? A. Antecedent/consequent phrases B. Begins with tight, descending, 1/2 step motive C. Dramatic leap upward D. Balanced by descending conjunct movement E. Irregular rhythms that propel the movement forward
E. Irregular rhythms that propel the movement forward
Who wrote the first recognized Theme and Variations? A. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart B. Ludwig Van Beethoven C. Johann Sebastian Bach D. Johnnaes Brahms E. Joseph Haydn
E. Joseph Haydn
What genre did Vivaldi NOT compose for? A. Sacred music B. Program music C. Concertos D. Operas E. Quartets
E. Quartets
True or False: A pavane is in triple meter.
False
True or False: A theme and variations piece must retain the melody in each version as the piece progresses.
False
True or False: In the Classical period, the rate at which chords change (harmonic rhythm) moved quicker than the Baroque period. Alberti bass is shunned in favor of faster chord movement
False
True or False: Melodies in the classical period consisted of long phrases that were more elaborate than those found in the Baroque period.
False
True or False: The Recapitulation in the first movement Symphony No. 40 in G minor avoids the tonic key (minor), and instead modulates to a contrasting major key.
False
Common 4-movement plan in the classical era 1. Sonata-allegro: fast 2. Ternary, theme and variations, or rondo: slow 3. Ternary form (minuet and trio): moderate or lively 4. Sonata-allegro, theme and variations, or rondo: fast
True
Ternary form in order: First: Statement Second: Contrast Third: Recurrance
True
The Sections of the Messiah First: Prophecy and Birth Second: Triumph of the Gospel Third: Victory over Death
True
The appropriate section of a typical orchestra Strings: 27 Horns and Trumpets: 4 Woodwinds: 8 Timpani: 2
True
The development section of first movement in Mozart's Symphony No. 40 in G minor First: First theme modulates through several distant keys Second: First theme used as fugue subject Third: Opening motive moving through keys Fourth: Features dominant pedal and woodwind timbre
True
True or False: A galliard is in duple meter.
True
True or False: In the classical period, there were Short, balanced phrases create tuneful melodies; melody more influenced by vocal than instrumental style; frequent cadences produce light, airy feeling
True
True or False: Pachelbel's Canon in D features a basso continuo throughout.
True
True or False: The Baroque orchestra was much smaller than our modern orchestras.
True
True or False: The difficulty of Haydn's Concerto anticipates the continued technical development of the trumpet since prior to 1800, trumpets and horns were natural instruments.
True
True or False: This is the correct makeup of the Exposition in a Sonata-Allegro movement: -The first tonal area states theme in the home key - Transition or bridge modulates and moves the music forward - The Second tonal area states theme(s) in the contrasting key - The Closing material uses frequent cadences to signal the end of the exposition
True
True or False: Word painting is the way composers write music to reflect the literal meaning of the text.
True
These elements describe sacred music in the Renaissance - Sacred topics - Use of latin - smooth and predictable melodies
true
These elements describe secular music in the Renaissance -Vernacular language -May contain dissonance, cadences, or word paintings for emphasis - Social themes and stories
true
