Instruments
The piano (otherwise known as pianoforte) largely replaced what common instrument from the Baroque period?
Harpsichord
How old was Mozart when he died?
35
What time period was the Classical period?
1750-1820
What are the four typical voices of a choir?
Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass
Who composed popular pieces such as Moonlight Sonata, Ode to Joy, and Fur Elise?
Beethoven
Why is the classical period the shortest period of music we have discussed thus far?
More definitive opinions, music is evolving faster, more exposure to other cultures, etc.
List 3 typical instruments in a symphony orchestra.
Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass, Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, French Horn, Trombone, Baritone, Tuba, Percussion, Piano, etc.
Johann Sebastian Bach had two sons who were prominent in the Classical period. Name them.
Johann Christian Bach and Carl Phillip Emmanuel Bach
What is the term for having one noticeable melody line and basic harmonies underneath?
Homophony
What tune did Mozart compose at age 25 that has since been turned into tunes like ABCs and Ba Ba Black Sheep?
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star