Composers

Question 1

German composer, studied with Haydn. Virtuoso piano and composer. Symphony No.9

Answer 1

Beethoven

Question 2

German composer. Wrote opera librettos. Composed the bridal march

Answer 2

Richard Wagner

Question 3

Polish composer. Compositions are mainly for solo piano. Works include, concertos, polonaises, waltzes, exudes, mazurkas, ballades, scherzos, preludes, nocturnes, and others

Answer 3

Frederic Chopin

Question 4

German composer. Wrote for church services. Known best for his organ playing skills.

Answer 4

Sebastian Bach

Question 5

Austrian Composer. Developed the symphony, sonata, and string quartet.

Answer 5

Frank Joseph Haydn

Question 6

Italian Composer. Violin virtuoso. Known for the four seasons. Played at a famous orphanage in Italy

Answer 6

Antonio Vivaldi

Question 7

Austrian Composer. Wrote chamber music, symphonies, concertos, songs, church music, and keyboard music. Sonata Theme

Answer 7

Mozart

Question 8

Austrian Composer. Study violin and composition. Wrote waltzes, polkas, marches, and gallops. The Blue Danube Waltz

Answer 8

Johann Strauss Jr.

Question 9

American composer. Piano player. Moved to St. Louis to find a fortune in music. Composed original rags and the entertainer.

Answer 9

Scott Joplin