Who composed the “Enigma Variations,” a set of orchestral variations that became one of Edward Elgar’s most famous works?
a) Ralph Vaughan Williams
b) Benjamin Britten
c) Edward Elgar
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: c) Edward Elgar
Which British composer is known for his oratorio “The Dream of Gerontius” and the “Pomp and Circumstance” marches?
a) William Walton
b) Edward Elgar
c) Benjamin Britten
d) Ralph Vaughan Williams
Answer: b) Edward Elgar
“Rule, Britannia!” is a patriotic British song often associated with which genre of music?
a) Opera
b) Folk
c) Jazz
d) Rock
Answer: b) Folk
Who composed the famous ballet music “The Nutcracker” and the opera “Eugene Onegin?
a) Sergei Rachmaninoff
b) Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
c) Igor Stravinsky
d) Dmitri Shostakovich
Answer: b) Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
The British hymn “Jerusalem,” with lyrics based on a poem by William Blake, is set to music by which composer?
a) Hubert Parry
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Benjamin Britten
Answer: a) Hubert Parry
The operetta “H.M.S. Pinafore” and “The Pirates of Penzance” are works by which British musical duo?
a) Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
b) Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II
c) Gilbert and Sullivan
d) Elton John and Bernie Taupin
Answer: c) Gilbert and Sullivan
Who composed the “Cello Concerto in E minor,” a notable work for the cello and orchestra?
a) Edward Elgar
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) Gustav Holst
d) Benjamin Britten
Answer: a) Edward Elgar
The “Hallelujah Chorus” is a famous segment from which oratorio composed by George Frideric Handel?
a) “Messiah”
b) “Water Music”
c) “Music for the Royal Fireworks”
d) “Rinaldo”
Answer: a) “Messiah”
Which British composer is known for his orchestral suite “The Planets,” depicting the astrological qualities of each planet in the solar system?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) Edward Elgar
d) Benjamin Britten
Answer: a) Gustav Holst
“Land of Hope and Glory,” often associated with graduation ceremonies, is a part of which larger work by Edward Elgar?
a) “Enigma Variations”
b) “Pomp and Circumstance Marches”
c) “Cello Concerto”
d) “The Dream of Gerontius”
Answer: b) “Pomp and Circumstance Marches”
Which composer is known for his “Fantasia on Greensleeves” and “Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis”?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) Edward Elgar
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
Who composed the opera “Peter Grimes,” which is considered one of the central works of 20th-century British music?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: a) Benjamin Britten
The “Coronation March” from the opera “The Prophet” was composed by which British musician?
a) Edward Elgar
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) Gustav Holst
d) Arthur Sullivan
Answer: d) Arthur Sullivan
Who composed the “March of the Peers,” often played during the coronation procession of British monarchs?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Arthur Sullivan
Answer: d) Arthur Sullivan
The “Enigma Variations” by Edward Elgar include a variation known as “Nimrod,” which is often played on solemn occasions. What is its significance?
a) It is a tribute to the composer’s dog.
b) It represents the composer’s struggle with illness.
c) It honors the composer’s mentor and friend.
d) It is dedicated to the composer’s daughter.
Answer: c) It honors the composer’s mentor and friend.
Which British composer is known for his symphonic poem “In the South (Alassio)” and his “Cello Concerto”?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) Edward Elgar
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: c) Edward Elgar
Greensleeves” is a traditional English folk tune that has been arranged and adapted by various composers. Who is often credited with its composition?
a) Edward Elgar
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) William Byrd
d) Henry Purcell
Answer: c) William Byrd
“The Sorcerer’s Apprentice,” famously associated with the story of a mischievous apprentice and his magical creations, was composed by which British composer?
a) Ralph Vaughan Williams
b) Edward Elgar
c) Gustav Holst
d) Paul Dukas
Answer: d) Paul Dukas
The British hymn “All Things Bright and Beautiful” is often sung to which melody?
a) “Jerusalem”
b) “Greensleeves”
c) “Londonderry Air”
d) “Royal Oak”
Answer: d) “Royal Oak”
The “English Folk Song Suite” for military band, which includes arrangements of folk tunes, was composed by which British composer?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) Edward Elgar
d) Benjamin Britten
Answer: b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
“Fantasia on Christmas Carols” is a work for baritone, choir, and orchestra composed by whom?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
c) Edward Elgar
d) Benjamin Britten
Answer: b) Ralph Vaughan Williams
Which British composer is known for his oratorio “The Creation” and his “The Seasons”?
a) Ralph Vaughan Williams
b) Edward Elgar
c) Gustav Holst
d) Joseph Haydn
Answer: d) Joseph Haydn
Who composed the “Marche Militaire,” which is often played during military ceremonies and events in the UK?
a) Edward Elgar
b) Gustav Holst
c) Thomas Arne
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: c) Thomas Arne
Which British composer is known for his “English Dances” and his “St. Paul’s Suite” for string orchestra?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Gustav Holst
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Edward Elgar
Answer: b) Gustav Holst
“I Vow to Thee, My Country” is a British patriotic hymn often set to the music of which composition?
a) “Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1”
b) “The Planets”
c) “Enigma Variations”
d) “Crown Imperial”
Answer: b) “The Planets”
Who composed the “Crown Imperial” march, frequently played during royal events and ceremonies?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: b) Edward Elgar
The “Lark Ascending” is a well-known piece for solo violin and orchestra composed by which British composer?
a) Ralph Vaughan Williams
b) Edward Elgar
c) Gustav Holst
d) Benjamin Britten
Answer: a) Ralph Vaughan Williams
Who composed the “Fantasia on a Theme of Thomas Tallis,” which features a double string orchestra and solo quartet?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
The “Overture to Candide” is a lively piece of music composed by which British-American composer?
a) Ralph Vaughan Williams
b) Edward Elgar
c) Gustav Holst
d) Leonard Bernstein
Answer: d) Leonard Bernstein
Who composed the “Fantasia and Fugue in C minor,” often played on the organ and considered one of the great works of the repertoire?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: b) Edward Elgar
The “Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1” is famously played during graduation ceremonies. Which British composer composed this march?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Gustav Holst
d) Ralph Vaughan Williams
Answer: b) Edward Elgar
“Nell Gwyn” and “London Suite” are light orchestral works composed by which British composer?
a) Ralph Vaughan Williams
b) Edward Elgar
c) Gustav Holst
d) Eric Coates
Answer: d) Eric Coates
“In the Fen Country” is a tone poem composed by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
The opera “The Mikado” and “The Gondoliers” are famous works by which British musical duo?
a) Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
b) Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II
c) Gilbert and Sullivan
d) Elton John and Bernie Taupin
Answer: c) Gilbert and Sullivan
Who composed the “Cello Concerto” in E minor, a renowned work for the cello and orchestra?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: b) Edward Elgar
The “Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor” is a well-known work by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: b) Edward Elgar
“My Spirit Sang All Day” and “Five Flower Songs” are choral compositions by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: a) Benjamin Britten
Who composed the “Overture to The Marriage of Figaro,” which is often played as an orchestral standalone?
a) Edward Elgar
b) Gustav Holst
c) Hubert Parry
d) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Answer: d) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
“Dives and Lazarus” and “Fantasia on Sussex Folk Tunes” are compositions by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
The “Overture to The Wasps” and “Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis” are works by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
“English Folk Song Suite” and “Second Suite in F” are compositions for military band by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: d) Gustav Holst
Who composed the “Overture to William Tell,” known for its energetic and iconic fanfare?
a) Edward Elgar
b) Gustav Holst
c) Gioachino Rossini
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: c) Gioachino Rossini
“Crown Imperial” and “Orb and Sceptre” are ceremonial marches composed by which British musician?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) William Walton
Answer: d) William Walton
Who composed the “Overture to Egmont,” often played as a concert overture and based on a play by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Edward Elgar
c) Hubert Parry
d) Ludwig van Beethoven
Answer: d) Ludwig van Beethoven
“Fantasia on Christmas Carols” and “Five Mystical Songs” are compositions by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Gustav Holst
Answer: c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
Who composed the “Overture to Oberon,” often cited as one of the earliest examples of a concert overture?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Edward Elgar
c) Hubert Parry
d) Carl Maria von Weber
Answer: d) Carl Maria von Weber
“Piano Concerto in G minor” and “The Lark Ascending” are compositions by which British composer?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) Hubert Parry
Answer: c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
Who composed the “Overture to A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” known for its whimsical and fairy-like quality?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Edward Elgar
c) Hubert Parry
d) Felix Mendelssohn
Answer: d) Felix Mendelssohn
“Orb and Sceptre” and “Crown Imperial” are ceremonial marches composed by which British musician?
a) Benjamin Britten
b) Edward Elgar
c) Ralph Vaughan Williams
d) William Walton
Answer: d) William Walton
Who composed the “Overture to Candide,” a lively piece often performed as a standalone orchestral work?
a) Gustav Holst
b) Edward Elgar
c) Hubert Parry
d) Leonard Bernstein
Answer: d) Leonard Bernstein
