12 questions
In the Heiligenstadt Testament, Beethoven reveals he has been losing his hearing for how many years?
1
3
6
9
True or False? Beethoven was recognized during his life as a genius
True
False
Beethoven spent most of his career in
Berlin
New York
Vienna
Paris
Per the video, Beethoven often portrayed _____________ in his music.
the joy of life
the struggle
defeat
elegance
Who did Beethoven perform for when 16
Haydn
Mozart
Chopin
Bach
Beethoven _____________ the traditional limits of the symphony
ignored
followed
expanded
was unaware of
The opening motive of Beethoven's 5th symphony is said to be
The grim reaper
fate knocking at your door
rocks hitting the water
None of the answers are correct
Select all that are correct about the 9th Symphony discussed in video
Was Beethoven's last symphony
Includes parts for Choir
Includes Ode to Joy Theme
Was not composed by Beethoven at all
Who crowned himself Emperor of Europe much to Beethoven's dismay during his life
Napoleon Bonaparte
Louis XVI of France
Joseph Stalin
George III of the United Kingdom
A concerto is music for
orchestra
soloist and orchestra
percussion instruments
string and brass instruments
Beethoven wrote (Select all that are correct)
Symphonies
String Quartets
Concertos
Solo music for classical guitar
True of False: Symphonies are typically one movement long
True
False