Questions › Chapter 4: A modern, thriving society
Henry Purcell, who developed a distinctly British style of music, was the organist at which church?
- ADurham Cathedral
- BSt Paul's Cathedral
- CCanterbury Cathedral
- DWestminster AbbeyRight answer
Answer: Westminster Abbey
Purcell (1659-95) played the organ at Westminster Abbey. He composed church music and operas, and British composers are still influenced by him.
From chapter 4 of the handbook, "A modern, thriving society", section "Arts and culture". Practice question 368 of 651, written in our own words.