Question

24 multiple choice 1 point
a concerto is a(n) ______.
vocal work for a soprano and an alto
tone poem
chamber work for two violins and a basso continuo
instrumental work for a soloist and a larger ensemble

25 multiple choice 1 point
there are more ______ in an orchestra than any other instrument.
violins
cellos
flutes
violas

Explanation:

Define a concerto

Using the Concero Definition knowledge point, a concerto is an instrumental genre designed to showcase a contrast between a soloist (or a small group of soloists) and a larger orchestral ensemble. This makes the fourth option the correct definition.

Analyze orchestral instrumentation

Using the Orchestral Instrumentation knowledge point, the string section is the largest section of a standard orchestra. Within the string section, violins are divided into first and second violins, making them the most numerous individual instrument in the entire ensemble. Therefore, violins are the correct answer.

Answer:

Question 24

• vocal work for a soprano and an alto
• tone poem
• chamber work for two violins and a basso continuo
• instrumental work for a soloist and a larger ensemble (Correct answer)

Question 25

• violins (Correct answer)
• cellos
• flutes
• violas