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false |
Handel and J.S. Bach met often and collaborated on musical works. True False |
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false |
Handel composed in all genres except opera. True False |
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true |
Handel had an international career. True False |
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false |
Handel’s career was solely based on positions he held in Germany. True False |
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english |
In what language is the "Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel’s Messiah sung? German Italian French English |
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true |
The Baroque oratorio evolved out of events that took place during the Counter-Reformation. True False |
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Alternating between homorhythmic and polyphonic textures |
Which best describes the texture heard in the "Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel’s Messiah? Homorhythmic texture throughout Polyphonic texture throughout Alternating between homorhythmic and polyphonic textures |
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English oratorio |
Which genre is Handel said to have invented? Symphony English oratorio Cantata Opera |
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It utilized scenery, acting, and costumes, just as did opera. |
Which is NOT true of the Baroque oratorio? It utilized scenery, acting, and costumes, just as did opera. It was generally based on a biblical story and performed in a church. It featured arias, recitatives, ensemble numbers, choruses, and narration. |
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Julius Caesar |
Which of the following is an Italian opera by Handel? Messiah Judas Maccabeus Julius Caesar |
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