The Use of Blind Auditions for Positions in Major Symphony

question 19

Multiple Choice

The use of blind auditions for positions in major symphony orchestras has resulted in:

• A) poorer-quality musical productions
• B) fewer female musicians being hired
• C) orchestras having roughly an equal number of male and female musicians
• D) musicians being selected based on nonmusical traits

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