🎵 Music Trivia
Quiz Set 17 — Albums
Answer all 10 questions. Click an option to see if you got it right!
Question 1 of 10
What does 'staccato' mean?
Staccato indicates notes should be played briefly and detached from each other.
Question 2 of 10
How many pedals does a standard grand piano have?
Modern grand pianos have 3 pedals: soft (una corda), sostenuto, and sustain (damper).
Question 3 of 10
Who sang 'Thriller' (1982)?
Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' from the album of the same name is the best-selling single in history.
Question 4 of 10
What type of chord uses the root, major third, and perfect fifth?
A major triad consists of the root, a major third (4 semitones), and a perfect fifth (7 semitones).
Question 5 of 10
Which country does bossa nova come from?
Bossa nova emerged in Brazil in the late 1950s, blending samba with jazz harmonies.
Question 6 of 10
What is the name for the opening theme of a piece?
In sonata form, the exposition introduces the main themes at the beginning of the piece.
Question 7 of 10
Who is the composer of 'The Goldberg Variations'?
Johann Sebastian Bach composed the Goldberg Variations (BWV 988) around 1741.
Question 8 of 10
What instrument does a percussionist play in an orchestra?
The timpani (kettledrums) are among the most prominent percussion instruments in the orchestra.
Question 9 of 10
What does 'legato' mean in music?
Legato means smooth and connected — notes flow into each other without silence between them.
Question 10 of 10
What is the name for a quick ornamental note before the main note?
An acciaccatura (or grace note) is a very short note played quickly before the main note.
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