- 1. When was Ferruccio Busoni born?
A) 1866
B) 1850
C) 1875
D) 1900
- 2. In which country was Ferruccio Busoni born?
A) France
B) Italy
C) Austria
D) Germany
- 3. What instrument did Busoni primarily play?
A) Flute
B) Violin
C) Cello
D) Piano
- 4. In what musical period is Busoni best known for his compositions?
A) Classical
B) Baroque
C) Romantic
D) Modern
- 5. Busoni was also known for his work as a conductor. In which city did he conduct the Philharmonic Orchestra?
A) Vienna
B) London
C) Berlin
D) Paris
- 6. What nationality was Busoni's mother?
A) Italian
B) French
C) German
D) Austrian
- 7. What is the title of Busoni's only completed opera featuring the story of Dr. Faust?
A) Carmen
B) Doktor Faust
C) The Magic Flute
D) La Bohème
- 8. Which Busoni composition is known for its complexity and virtuosic demands on the pianist?
A) Fantasia Contrappuntistica
B) Elegies
C) Indian Fantasy
D) Piano Sonatina
- 9. During which year did Busoni pass away?
A) 1924
B) 1945
C) 1910
D) 1935
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