Music Quiz
Artists, instruments and genres across the history of music.
- Questions per game
- 25
- Question pool
- 25
- Time per question
- 50s
- Difficulty
- Mixed
About this Music quiz
The Music quiz is a timed trivia game. Each game gives you 25 questions, picked at random from a pool of 25 Music questions, so no two rounds are exactly the same. Every question has three answer options and one correct answer, and you have 50 seconds to choose. It is made for entertainment and quick learning: play a round, review the practice questions and answers on this page, then come back to beat your score.
What topics are included?
Tune in to questions about singers, bands, composers, instruments, famous songs, albums and music history. Music quizzes cover everything from classical and film music to pop and rock, so you can test how well you recognise the artists and hits that have filled playlists across the decades.
What you'll learn
- Key facts, names and terms connected to Music
- How to recall information quickly under time pressure
- Which areas you already know well and which are worth revising
- Surprising details you can share with friends and family
Who is this quiz for?
This quiz is for anyone who enjoys Music trivia: students revising for school or competitive exams, quiz lovers looking for a quick daily brain workout, and fans who want to find out how much they really know. You can play on any phone, tablet or computer.
Difficulty level
Mixed. Questions range from easy warm-ups to tougher details, so every game has something for beginners and experts alike.
How scoring works
- 25 questions in every game.
- 50 seconds to answer each question.
- +20 points for a correct answer.
- −10 points for a wrong answer.
- Your first choice is final: answers cannot be changed.
- If the timer runs out, the game ends automatically.
- High scores appear on the Music leaderboard.
Music quiz questions and answers
20 practice questions from this category. Tap a question to reveal the correct answer and explanation.
1. How many strings does a standard guitar have?
- • Four
- • Six
- • Eight
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Correct answer: Six
2. Which instrument has black and white keys?
- • Violin
- • Piano
- • Flute
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Correct answer: Piano
3. Which band released the album "Abbey Road"?
- • The Rolling Stones
- • The Beatles
- • Queen
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Correct answer: The Beatles
4. What do you call a group of musicians who play classical music together?
- • Orchestra
- • Choir
- • Band
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Correct answer: Orchestra
5. Which of these is a percussion instrument?
- • Drums
- • Trumpet
- • Saxophone
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Correct answer: Drums
6. Who is known as the "King of Pop"?
- • Elvis Presley
- • Prince
- • Michael Jackson
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Correct answer: Michael Jackson
7. How many notes are there in a standard musical octave (including both ends)?
- • Eight
- • Ten
- • Six
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Correct answer: Eight
8. Which instrument is played by blowing air and pressing keys, often in jazz?
- • Cello
- • Harp
- • Saxophone
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Correct answer: Saxophone
9. Which country is famous for originating reggae music?
- • Jamaica
- • Cuba
- • Brazil
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Correct answer: Jamaica
10. What is the term for the speed of a piece of music?
- • Chord
- • Tempo
- • Pitch
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Correct answer: Tempo
11. Which famous composer was deaf for much of his later life?
- • Mozart
- • Beethoven
- • Bach
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Correct answer: Beethoven
12. Which instrument is the largest in the string family of an orchestra?
- • Violin
- • Cello
- • Double bass
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Correct answer: Double bass
13. What word describes music sung without any instruments?
- • A cappella
- • Duet
- • Solo
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Correct answer: A cappella
14. Which pop star is known for the hit song "Shape of You"?
- • Bruno Mars
- • Justin Bieber
- • Ed Sheeran
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Correct answer: Ed Sheeran
15. What is the highest female singing voice called?
- • Soprano
- • Tenor
- • Alto
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Correct answer: Soprano
16. Which family of instruments does the trumpet belong to?
- • String
- • Woodwind
- • Brass
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Correct answer: Brass
17. Who composed "The Four Seasons"?
- • Handel
- • Mozart
- • Vivaldi
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Correct answer: Vivaldi
18. Which singer is known as the "Queen of Pop"?
- • Madonna
- • Lady Gaga
- • Beyonce
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Correct answer: Madonna
19. How many keys does a standard full-size piano have?
- • 88
- • 76
- • 61
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Correct answer: 88
20. Which of these is a woodwind instrument?
- • Trombone
- • Clarinet
- • Timpani
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Correct answer: Clarinet
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Music quiz FAQ
How many questions are in the Music quiz?
Each game has 25 multiple-choice questions, picked at random from a pool of 25 Music questions, so every round is a little different.
How does scoring work in the Music quiz?
You earn 20 points for every correct answer and lose 10 points for a wrong one. You have 50 seconds per question, and your answer is locked in as soon as you choose it.
Is the Music quiz free to play?
Yes. No real money is involved. Starting a game uses 20 virtual Gems, which are free in-game points you collect by playing and from the daily bonus.
Can I win real money?
No. Gems and points are virtual, have no cash value and cannot be exchanged for money. Game Gems is for entertainment and learning only.
How difficult is the Music quiz?
Mixed. Questions range from easy warm-ups to tougher details, so every game has something for beginners and experts alike.
Where can I see the correct answers?
The practice questions on this page include their correct answers. During a game, the correct answer is shown after every question, together with an explanation whenever one is available.