Musical Origins
Musical Movies
Finish the lyric
General Music
Musical Wordplay
100
"La Bamba, a folk song, popularized by Ritchie Valens has origins in which country?
Mexico
100
In which musical, set in the 1920s and known for its portrayal of crime, fame, and the courtroom, does Roxie Hart become entangled in a murder trial alongside the vaudeville performer Velma Kelly?
Chicago
100
"Take me home, country roads..."
"...To the place I belong, West Virginia."
100
What is the symbol used to indicate a silent period in music notation?
Rest
100
Why are triangle players so stressed out?
They're responsible for every ting.
200
The song "Greensleeves," with its origins dating back to the Renaissance era, is associated with the musical traditions of which European country?
England
200
What musical film, set in the 1960s, follows Tracy Turnblad as she fulfills her dream of dancing on a local TV dance show and advocates for integration?
Hairspray
200
"Hello darkness, my old friend..."
"...I've come to talk with you again."
200
Which clef is often used for lower-pitched instruments like the cello and bassoon?
Bass clef
200
What’s a golf clubs favorite type of music?
Swing
300
"The Girl from Ipanema," a bossa nova classic, originated in the musical scene of which South American country?
Brazil
300
Which 2006 film, based on a rock opera, stars Gerard Butler as the disfigured musical genius known as the Phantom, haunting the Paris Opera House?
The Phantom of the Opera
300
"Woke up this morning, smiled with the rising sun..."
"...Three little birds, pitched by my doorstep."
300
Which musical symbol indicates that a note should be held for longer than its normal duration?
Fermata
300
What do you call the Baroque musician who spends 75% of his time playing football?
A quarter-Bach.
400
"Guantanamera," a song popularized by various artists, is a tribute to which Caribbean country's culture?
Cuba
400
In the 2014 film adaptation of a Stephen Sondheim musical, Meryl Streep plays the Witch who curses a baker and his wife. What is the title of the musical?
Into the Woods
400
"I've paid my dues, time after time..."
"...I've done my sentence, but committed no crime."
400
What musical term is used to describe a smooth and connected sequence of notes, with no noticeable break between them?
Legato
400
Why shouldn't you invite orchestra members to a formal dinner?
Because they can't conduct themselves properly.
500
"The Parting Glass," a poignant traditional song often sung at farewell gatherings, has origins in which European country?
Scotland. The "parting glass", or "stirrup cup", was the final hospitality offered to a departing guest. Once they had mounted, they were presented with one final drink to fortify them for their travels. The custom was practiced in several continental countries.
500
In what iconic Broadway musical, later adapted into a 1985 film, do aspiring dancers share their life stories and audition experiences in hopes of securing a coveted spot in a Broadway chorus?
A Chorus Line
500
"Ground control to Major Tom..."
"...Take your protein pills and put your helmet on."
500
In music theory, what term describes the simultaneous combination of two or more independent melodies, each with its own unique rhythm and harmony, creating a rich and complex texture?
Polyphony
500
Which musicians are the most relaxed teachers?
Trombone players, because they let everything slide.