Maurice Ravel
Quiz Yourself About the Life and Music of
Maurice Ravel
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Why is Ravel’s ancestry important in assessing his overall musical style?
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What was Ravel’s main instrument?
4.
Did Ravel win the coveted Prix de Rome?
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What work first brought Ravel international fame and success?
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Who was Serge Diaghilev?
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What composer did Ravel idolize above all others?
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What was Ravel’s stated aim as a composer?
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What is an interesting aspect of many of Ravel’s orchestral works?
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What is one of Ravel’s most important contributions to 20th century music?
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What are some of the technical musical characteristics of Ravel’s music?
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What famous quote by Ravel sums up his philosophy of music?
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How many symphonies did Ravel compose?
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What was Ravel’s cause of death?