Question

musical innovators often see themselves as rebels defying the established traditions of more

1 orthodox
2 nocturnal
3 stoic
4 utilitarian

Explanation:

The sentence contrasts "musical innovators" (rebels) with other composers. "Orthodox" means adhering to traditional or established beliefs. "Nocturnal" relates to night - time. "Stoic" is about being unemotional. "Utilitarian" is about functionality. Since the context is about established traditions, "orthodox" fits.

Answer:

1. orthodox