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As a classical composer Brahms is known as an artist from which period?
- A - Romantic
The Romantic period of music is from 1815 to 1910. Brahms is often thought to be one of the greatest Romantic composers.
In the 1800’s, when Brahms lived, it was common for people to die at much younger ages than they do now. How old was Brahms when he died?
- B - 64
In 1897, while still composing music, Brahms developed cancer and died at the age of 64. Brahms is buried in the Zentralfriedhof in Vienna.
Brahms is most known for his piano, clarinet and vocal compositions; however, few people know that his favourite instrument was in fact none of these, but actually
- C - Horn
Brahms’ father was an accomplished horn and bass player, so Brahms’ earliest exposure to music was from those two instruments. His love of horn continued throughout his life, even though he mostly composed pieces with other instruments as their focal points.
How long did Brahms work on his first symphony before he published it?
- B - 15 years
Brahms had a reputation as a perfectionist. He refused to let others hear his music until he was certain he had produced what he wanted. It took him 15 years to write and publish Op. 68, Symphony No. 1 in C minor.
