Who composed 'Eine Kleine Nachtmusik'?

• A. Haydn
• B. Beethoven
• C. Mozart
• D. Bach

Answer: (C)

Identifying the composer of a famous piece. Eine Kleine Nachtmusik is a string serenade in G major attributed to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a central figure of the Classical era. It’s Mozart’s Serenade No. 13 in G major, K. 525, known for its bright, graceful melodies and clear, balanced orchestration that typify his style. The other names listed come from different eras or contexts—Bach is from the Baroque period, while Haydn and Mozart were contemporaries, with Beethoven representing a later Classical to early Romantic transition—so this particular work is best matched with Mozart. A helpful memory cue is the nickname itself, “A Little Night Music,” which reinforces Mozart’s singable, elegant melodic approach.