Characteristics
What is counterpoint in music?
A technique that uses two or more voices imitating one another.
What type of instrument is a bassoon?
Woodwind
Who wrote "The Hallelujah Chorus"?
George Frideric Handel
How many instruments is a sonata worth?
1
The Baroque Era is known for being what? Hint: 1 word
"Extra"
How is the Baroque Era different from other Eras?
Intense in emotions
Which of the following isn't a common instrument in the Baroque Era?
1. Oboe 2. Cello 3. Voice 4. Piano
Piano
What did Vivaldi want to become before deciding to be a composer?
A priest
What is a symphony?
A work for orchestra
When is the Baroque Era?
1600-1750
How is Baroque music highly contrasted?
Music is either slow or fast, loud or soft, very little middle ground.
What does a concerto have along with a solo instrument?
Orchestra Accompaniment
When was Johann Sebastian Bach born?
1685
What is a cantata?
A collection of songs.
When did William Shakespeare die?
1616
What are Baroque musicians expected to use?
Ornaments
What is Vivaldi's father's job that is related to music?
Professional violinist
What is Handel's first name?
George
What type of vocal music was invented during the Baroque Era?
Opera
What is the Baroque Era known as?
"Age of Instrumental Music"
What parts does Baroque music often feature?
Basso Continuo
What instrument did Handel aunt give him on his seventh birthday?
A harpsichord
What year did Handel almost die in a duel with another composer?
1704
What is cantata similar to but without the dramatic element?
Oratorio
What first permanent settlement was founded in the U.S in 1607?
Jamestown