What style of instrumental accompaniment, designed to accompany singing in early opera, found its way into virtually all baroque music?

A. Basso continuo
B. Monody
C. Ground bass
D. Da capo aria


Answer: A

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What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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