Piano Piano History & Composers 2

Question 1

Who composed 'The Well-Tempered Clavier,' a landmark collection of keyboard preludes and fugues?

Accepted Answer

Johann Sebastian Bach

Answer

Johann Sebastian Bach composed 'The Well-Tempered Clavier' in two books (1722 and 1742), with a prelude and fugue in each of the 24 major and minor keys.

Question 2

What is the popular nickname for Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major (K. 331)?

Accepted Answer

Rondo alla Turca

Answer

The third movement of Mozart's Sonata K. 331 is titled 'Rondo alla Turca' (Turkish March), which gave the entire sonata its popular nickname.

Question 3

Which Romantic composer wrote a famous set of 24 Preludes for solo piano, Op. 28?

Accepted Answer

Frederic Chopin

Answer

Frederic Chopin wrote his 24 Preludes, Op. 28, covering all 24 major and minor keys, composed between 1835 and 1839.

Question 4

What is a fortepiano?

Accepted Answer

An early form of the piano from the 18th century

Answer

A fortepiano is the early version of the piano used in the 18th and early 19th centuries, with a lighter action and thinner tone than modern instruments.

Question 5

Who composed 'Rhapsody in Blue,' blending classical form with jazz influences?

Accepted Answer

George Gershwin

Answer

'Rhapsody in Blue' was composed by George Gershwin in 1924, premiering with Paul Whiteman's orchestra in New York.

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