Baroque Era MC Flashcards
1
Q
The origin of the term “Baroque” is probably:
A
Portuguese, referring to an irregularly shaped pearl.
2
Q
Which of the following does not characterize the Baroque era?
A
an age of freedom and democracy
3
Q
The number of players needed to perform a Baroque basso continuo is:
A
Two
4
Q
The baroque technique of using musical shorthand to indicate harmony that the continuo would play is known as:
A
figured bass
5
Q
What is the principal element of a fugue?
A
Counterpoint
