MUSIC - Prominent Composers of the Classical Era Flashcards
He was an Austrian composer who was one of the most prolific and prominent composers of the classical period.
Franz Joseph Haydn
When was Haydn born?
March 31, 1732
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Haydn was known as the father of the MINUETS and string quartet.
FALSE; symphony
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Haydn was also one of the _______ of the genres of _______ music that later influenced the works of Mozart and Beethoven.
(1) pioneers
(2) classical
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In his early age, Haydn had a good _____ voice.
singing
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Haydn’s _________ suggested that he become a _______, but the operation never happened due to the objection of his ________.
(1) choirmaster
(2) castrato
(3) father
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Haydn’s works DIDN’T PAVE THE WAY for his popularity in his later years.
FALSE; paved the way
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Haydn wrote ___ symphonies, 83 string quartets, 45 piano _____, 62 piano sonatas, ___ masses, and 26 operas, among others.
(1) 107
(2) trios
(3) 14
He became Haydn’s student.
Ludwig Van Beethoven
When was Beethoven born?
December 16, 1770
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In Beethoven’s early age, his _____ trained him to be a good ________.
(1) father
(2) musician
At what age did Beethoven become deaf?
46 years old
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Despite Beethoven’s deaf condition, it was still during this time that he produced his MOST ICONIC WORKS.
TRUE
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Beethoven’s works are considered a bridge between the classical and NEOCLASSIC eras.
FALSE; Romantic
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Beethoven composed an ______, six symphonies, four solo ______, five _____ quartets, six string sonatas, seven ______ sonatas, five sets of piano variations, four overtures, four _____, two sextets, and 72 songs.
(1) opera
(2) concerti
(3) string
(4) piano
(5) trios
