🎴 Flashcard Mode

Baroque Music: The Australian Style

Card1 / 15
Mastered0
Review0
QuestionClick to flip

What is the name of the first Australian-born composer to achieve international recognition?

AnswerClick to flip back
A
Percy Grainger
💡 Explanation:

Percy Grainger was born in Melbourne in 1882 and studied music in Europe before returning to Australia in 1908. He became a leading figure in the Australian music scene and was known for his innovative compositions and his work in collecting and arranging traditional Australian folk songs.

Change Mode