Music: An Appreciation, 10th Edition (Kamien)

Chapter 10: Joseph Haydn

Multiple Choice Quiz

1
Along with his symphonies, Haydn's _____________ are considered his most important works.
A)operas
B)string quartets
C)baryton trios
D)serenades
2
Haydn's duties while in the service of the Esterházys included
A)composing all the music requested by his patron.
B)conducting the orchestra of about twenty-five players.
C)coaching the singers for operatic performances.
D)All answers are correct.
3
Which of the following is not a characteristic of Haydn's music?
A)The music is robust and direct, radiating a healthy optimism.
B)The minuets often romp and stomp rather than bow and curtsy.
C)There are few changes in texture and orchestration.
D)Many works have a folk flavor, due to the use of actual peasant tunes.
4
Haydn's Trumpet Concerto in E Flat Major is performed today by the
A)natural trumpet.
B)keyed trumpet.
C)muted trumpet.
D)valve trumpet.
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