Question

1. how old was mozart when he died?

1. what is a prodigy?

1. name some extraordinary things that mozart did.

1. how many symphonies did haydn compose?

1. what is the \surprise\ in haydns \symphony no.94?\

1. how old was beethoven when he died?

1. when was beethoven born?

Explanation:

These questions are about classical music composers (Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven) and related musical concepts. The subfield under Arts related to music history and theory is most appropriate. For each question:

1. Mozart died at 35 years old (born 1756, died 1791).
2. A prodigy is a young person with exceptional talent, especially in music, art, or academia.
3. Mozart composed from a young age, wrote over 600 works, could improvise, and master multiple musical forms.
4. Haydn composed around 104 symphonies.
5. In "Symphony No.94", the "surprise" is a sudden loud chord in the slow movement.
6. Beethoven died at 56 (born 1770, died 1827).
7. Beethoven was born in 1770 (baptized December 17, 1770, likely born a day or two before).

Answer:

1. 35 years old
2. A young person with exceptional talent (especially in music, art, or academia)
3. Composed from a young age, wrote over 600 works, excellent improviser, mastered multiple musical forms
4. Around 104
5. A sudden loud chord in the slow movement
6. 56 years old
7. 1770 (baptized December 17, 1770)