Which statement doesnot describe a facet of program music?
a. inspired by some extra-musical source, such as a story, historical event, or even a painting
b. the art song was a favored medium for this type of music
c. it is fully harmonious with the literary spirit of the nineteenth-century
d. specific kinds of music can evoke particular feelings and associations
e. it is usually composed for performance by a symphony orchestra
ANSWER: b
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