In brief, describe “crossover” in the context of serious music.

What will be an ideal response?


This is music that has a wider appeal than traditional serious music, as exemplified by artists Yo-Yo
Ma, Josh Groban, Sara Brightman, Paul Potts, and the Chants album by Gregorian monks. These
performers bring serious music to a wider audience than normal.

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In the Gothic period, Thomas Aquinas made __________ the intellectual center of Europe

A. Rome B. Milan C. Paris D. London

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Which of the following is NOT one of the ways that Pare Lorentz builds viewers' trust in The River?

A. extensive use of facts and dates B. celebrity endorsements and voiceovers sprinkled throughout the film C. the narrator's rich voice, which makes him sound trustworthy D. a list of government agencies that sponsored the film

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How is unity created in a musical composition?A) RepetitionB) ModulationC) Simple chordal accompanimentD) Symmetrical form

What will be an ideal response?

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What are the librettos of Verdi's last two operas based on?

A. Verdi's own novels B. Shakespeare plays C. Beaumarchais's plays D. Ancient myths

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