How Well Do You Know About Johann Sebastian Bach?

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How Well Do You Know About Johann Sebastian Bach? He was a music composer who mostly made music for the church, and one of his famous sayings was that the aim and end of all music should be none other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul. What more do you know about his accomplishments? Take up this test and find out!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    We write music on a clef.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    The statement "We write music on a clef" is incorrect. Clefs are symbols used in musical notation to indicate the pitch of the notes. They are placed at the beginning of the staff to establish the reference point for the notes. However, the actual music is written on the staff, which consists of lines and spaces where the notes and other musical symbols are placed. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 2. 

    What tells us these two things:1. What the pitch is2. How long to hold it.

    • A.

      Notes

    • B.

      Rests

    • C.

      Clef

    • D.

      Quarter Rest

    Correct Answer
    A. Notes
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Notes." In music notation, notes represent specific pitches, and they also indicate the duration or length of time to hold that pitch. Therefore, by looking at the notes on the sheet music, we can determine both the pitch and the duration of each note. The other options mentioned, such as rests, clefs, and quarter rests, are important elements in music notation but do not directly provide information about the pitch or duration of a note.

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  • 3. 

    A rest should tell us how long to hold silence.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because a rest in music notation indicates a period of silence or pause in the music. It specifies the duration of time that the performer should remain silent and not play any notes. Rests are essential in music as they contribute to the overall rhythm and timing of a piece, allowing for pauses and breaks in the sound. Therefore, a rest indeed tells us how long to hold silence.

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  • 4. 

    Put a check next to the items that are "clefs" (hint: there are two)

    • A.

      Treble

    • B.

      Bass

    • C.

      Quarter

    • D.

      Whole

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Treble
    B. Bass
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Treble and Bass. In music notation, a clef is a symbol placed at the beginning of a staff to indicate the pitch of the notes. The treble clef, also known as the G clef, is used for higher pitched instruments and represents the notes above middle C. The bass clef, also known as the F clef, is used for lower pitched instruments and represents the notes below middle C. Therefore, both the treble and bass clefs are considered as "clefs" in music.

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  • 5. 

    Notes tell us what ____________ to sing/play and how ________ to sing/play them. 

    Correct Answer(s)
    N/A
    Explanation
    Notes tell us what songs to sing/play and how to sing/play them.

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  • 6. 

    Rests tell us to be silent for a specific amount of time. 

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Rests in music notation indicate periods of silence or pauses in the music. They are used to indicate when a performer should not play or sing for a specific duration. Therefore, the statement "Rests tell us to be silent for a specific amount of time" is true.

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  • 7. 

    Which of the following is NOT a note. 

    • A.

      Quarter

    • B.

      Nickel

    • C.

      Eighth

    • D.

      Whole

    Correct Answer
    A. Quarter
    Explanation
    A quarter is a type of coin and not a musical note. Musical notes are typically represented by letters (A, B, C, etc.) or symbols (whole note, half note, etc.). Therefore, the correct answer is "Quarter".

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  • 8. 

    Bach had _________ children.

    Correct Answer
    N/A
  • 9. 

    Where was Bach born?

    • A.

      Arkansas

    • B.

      Germany

    • C.

      Australia

    • D.

      Russia

    Correct Answer
    B. Germany
    Explanation
    Bach was born in Germany.

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  • 10. 

    What kind of music was Bach interested in?

    • A.

      Church music

    • B.

      Rock music

    • C.

      Country music

    • D.

      Rap music

    Correct Answer
    A. Church music
    Explanation
    Bach was primarily interested in church music. This is evident from his extensive body of work, which includes numerous compositions for religious services such as cantatas, chorales, and organ music. Bach's music was deeply rooted in the Lutheran tradition, and he held various positions as a church musician throughout his career. His compositions for the church demonstrate his mastery of sacred music and his profound understanding of religious texts and themes. Therefore, it is clear that Bach's primary interest was in creating music for worship and religious ceremonies.

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  • 11. 

    Bach walked 199 miles to hear his favorite musician.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement states that Bach walked 199 miles to hear his favorite musician. Since the statement does not provide any information that contradicts this fact, we can assume that the statement is true.

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  • 12. 

    Check all of the instruments that Bach could play.

    • A.

      Piano

    • B.

      Guitar

    • C.

      Trumpet

    • D.

      Violin

    • E.

      Harpsichord

    • F.

      Drums

    Correct Answer
    A. Piano
    Explanation
    Bach was known for his proficiency in playing the piano. He was a renowned composer and musician during the Baroque period, and the piano was one of the instruments he excelled at. Bach's compositions for the piano are considered masterpieces and have had a significant influence on classical music. While he may have been familiar with other instruments, the piano is the instrument most closely associated with Bach's musical genius.

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