Question

which of the following is a characteristic of this excerpt? which is not? haydn: trumpet concerto, excerpt charateristic of excerpt drag appropriate answer(s) here virtuosic trumpet writing exchanges between trumpet and other instruments striking changes of dynamics the violins dominate, playing the main theme drag appropriate answer(s) here not a characteristic of excerpt

Explanation:

Haydn's Trumpet Concerto is known for its virtuosic trumpet - part, often featuring exchanges with other instruments. The trumpets are the main focus, not the violins, and there are usually striking dynamic changes.

Answer:

Characteristic of excerpt: virtuosic trumpet writing, striking changes of dynamics, exchanges between trumpet and other instruments
Not a characteristic of excerpt: the violins dominate, playing the main theme