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1. This modern German composer wrote "Also Sprach Zarathustra", which would become the popular theme from the movie "2001: A Space Odyssey". Who is he?
2. Sometimes referred to as the father of the symphony, this Austrian composer wrote the "Emperor Quartet" which would become Austria's, and eventually Germany', national anthem. Who is he?
3. Name the American composer known for writing "Rhapsody in Blue", as well as "An American in Paris".
4. Name the 19th century Austro-Hungarian composer known for his skill at the piano as well as for writing the famous symphonic poem "Les Preludes"?
5. Who was the Norwegian composer, born in 1843, known for his works including the "Holberg Suite", as well as the "Peer Gynt Suites"?
6. Name the French composer known for writing the opera "Carmen".
7. Who was the Russian composer that wrote the "1812 Overture" along with "Swan Lake" and many other great works?
8. Born in Salzburg, Austria, this composer is regarded as the greatest Classical period composer by many. Who is he?
9. Who was the 19th century German composer of "Tannhauser" and "Gotterdammerung" who has an annual music festival in Bayreuth, Germany?
10. Who was the Polish composer regarded as likely the greatest piano composer of all time?
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