Music History Trivia

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Baroque music came before which musical period?

Answer: Classical period

Bonus fact: The Baroque era is generally dated about 1600 to 1750.

Which composer wrote the Brandenburg Concertos?

Answer: Johann Sebastian Bach

Bonus fact: Bach is one of the defining Baroque composers.

What keyboard instrument was especially important in Baroque continuo playing?

Answer: Harpsichord

Bonus fact: The harpsichord commonly supplied harmonic support.

The Romantic period in Western art music followed which era?

Answer: Classical period

Bonus fact: Romantic music flourished mainly in the 19th century.

Which composer is strongly associated with Romantic piano music?

Answer: Frédéric Chopin

Bonus fact: Chopin wrote extensively for solo piano.

Romantic composers often expanded orchestras and emphasized what?

Answer: Emotional expression

Bonus fact: Individual expression and dramatic color became central.

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