Question

What two instruments would play the basso continuo?
Group of answer choices

Organ and Flute

Harpsichord and Cello

Violin and Viola

Piano and Violin

Answer 1

The correct choice for instruments that would typically play the basso continuo is **Harpsichord and Cello**. Basso continuo, a common practice in Baroque music, generally involves a keyboard instrument (like a harpsichord) providing harmonic support, along with a bass instrument (like a cello) playing the bass line.