The Classic FM Quiz Book

What does 'opus’ literally mean? Which fruit was included in the title of an opera by Prokofiev? What was a "Schubertiad”? With questions for the novice, the enthusiast and the downright expert, The Classic FM Quiz Book is guaranteed to set your musical knowledge a-quaver as you pit wits against Quick Fire, Famous Quotations, True or False, Film Scores, Name the Year, Name the Composer, Classical Oddities and many more family-friendly rounds. The perfect companion for any quizmaster looking to bring a little extra something to the quiz night; families looking to see, once and for all, who really is the best; classical music buffs; and listeners who like to have their knowledge expanded in the quiz’s playful manner, The Classic FM Quiz Book provides over 1,150 questions to get you thinking. ...fortunately it provides the answers too!

Auteur

Darren Henley is Chief Executive of Arts Council England, which champions, develops and invests in great art and culture for everyone across England. For twenty-three years, he was part of the team behind the world's largest classical music radio station, Classic FM, spending fifteen years as Managing Editor and then Managing Director. He is the author or co-author of thirty books.