Handel and J.S. Bach met often and collaborated on musical works. |
false, they never met |
Handel composed in all genres except opera. |
false, he presented Italian opera many times |
Handel had an international career. |
true |
Handel's career was solely based on positions he held in Germany. |
false, in Italy he produced sacred music before his large career |
In what language is the "Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel's Messiah sung? |
English |
The Baroque oratorio evolved out of events that took place during the Counter-Reformation. |
true |
Which best describes the texture heard in the "Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel's Messiah? |
Alternating between homorhythmic and polyphonic textures |
Which genre is Handel said to have invented? |
English oratorio |
Which is NOT true of the Baroque oratorio? |
It utilized scenery, acting, and costumes, just as did opera (it WAS based on a biblical story and performed in a church AND featured arias, recitatives, ensemble numbers, choruses, and narration) |
Which of the following is an Italian opera by Handel? |
Julius Caesar |