Music Trivia for Kids: 39 Fun Questions and Answers

I curated this list of music trivia for kids to help you add some music‑centric Q&A that the little ones will love at home.

Easy music trivia for kids

These questions warm up younger kids and help them jump in with confidence. They focus on classic children’s songs and simple music ideas that even preschoolers and early elementary kids recognize.​

Kids’ songs & sing‑alongs (6)

Q: What do you learn when you sing “The ABC Song”?

A: The alphabet

Q: The tune of “The ABC Song” matches which lullaby?

A: “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”​

Q: In the song “Baby Shark,” name any other member of the shark family.

A: Baby Shark, Mommy Shark, Daddy Shark, Grandma Shark, or Grandpa Shark

Q: In “Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed,” what do the monkeys do that causes trouble?

A: They fall off the bed and bump their heads.​

Q: In “The Wheels on the Bus,” what goes “swish, swish, swish”?

A: The wipers on the bus

Q: In the nursery song “Bingo,” what kind of animal does the name Bingo belong to?

A: A dog

When I use these questions, I often invite kids to clap, stomp, or act out a short motion from the song before I read the next question. That simple step keeps energy high and prevents kids from drifting away.

Instruments & basic music ideas (8)

Q: What instrument uses black and white keys that you press with your fingers?

A: The piano

Q: Which small instrument looks like a tiny guitar and usually has four strings?

A: The ukulele

Q: Which instrument do you hold under your chin and play with a bow?

A: The violin

Q: What do you call a song that has only music and no words?

A: Instrumental

Q: What do you call the speed of a song, how fast or slow it feels?

A: The tempo

Q: What do you call a group of singers who perform together, often at school or in church?

A: A choir

Q: What do you call the 5 lines that music notes sit on when you write music?

A: The staff

Q: Which wind instrument do kids connect strongly with Scotland that uses air and pipes?

A: The bagpipes

I like to show a quick picture of each instrument on my phone or a tablet, then ask kids to shout or point to the right answer. Visuals help younger players connect the word with the sound and shape.

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Pop music trivia for kids (8)

This round keeps older kids and preteens on their toes. Questions here draw inspiration from kids’ music trivia sets, pop‑music quizzes, and family game resources that feature well‑known artists and songs.​

Pop stars & bands

Q: Which pop star sings “Beautiful Things”?

A: Benson Boone​

Q: Who sings the song “Firework”?

A: Katy Perry

Q: Which singer and actress played the character Hannah Montana on TV?

A: Miley Cyrus

Q: Which band included Harry Styles before he started his solo career?

A: One Direction

Q: Which British singer released the hit song “Shape of You”?

A: Ed Sheeran

Q: Who sings “Hello” and “Easy on Me”?

A: Adele

Q: Which reggae legend sang “Three Little Birds” with the lyric “Every little thing is gonna be alright”?

A: Bob Marley

Q: What are the names of the three Jonas Brothers?

A: Nick, Joe, and Kevin

When I play with older kids, I usually ask them to name a favorite artist before we start. I then slip in at least 1 question about that artist, and kids feel like the quiz belongs to them.

Songs from movies & shows (5)

Q: Which movie features the upbeat song “Everything Is AWESOME!!!”?

A: The LEGO Movie

Q: Which animated film series includes the character Olaf, who loves summer and sings about it?

A: Frozen

Q: Which movie musical includes the song “A Spoonful of Sugar”?

A: Mary Poppins

Q: Which film about the band Queen helped a new generation discover the song “Bohemian Rhapsody”?

A: Bohemian Rhapsody (2018)

Q: Which Pixar sequel from the 2020s uses big emotional music to explore feelings inside a child’s mind?

A: Inside Out 2

Kids usually light up when I connect questions to movies they watch over and over. These moments often spark side chats about favorite scenes, which keep the atmosphere relaxed and friendly.

Instrument & music‑science round (7)

This round leans a bit more into “music class” content while still staying playful. It works well for elementary and middle‑grade students and meshes nicely with lessons on instruments or basic theory.​

Q: What do you call the person who stands in front of an orchestra and leads the musicians?

A: The conductor

Q: What do you call a large group of musicians who play classical instruments together?

A: An orchestra

Q: Which instrument do you often see in churches that uses many pipes and earns the nickname “king of instruments”?

A: The pipe organ

Q: How many strings does a standard violin have?

A: Four

Q: In most songs, which part usually repeats and feels catchiest: verse or chorus?

A: The chorus

Q: When a song keeps looping in your head all day, what name do people use for it?

A: An earworm

Q: Which free kids’ website from a famous New York concert hall offers quizzes like “Animal or Instrument?” and “Name That Song”?

A: Carnegie Hall Kids

I often pair this round with short listening clips. I play a few seconds of a drum, flute, or violin sound and ask, “Which instrument do you hear?” Kids start to connect trivia answers with real sounds, not just words.

If musical trivia is your thing, Song Quiz is an easy pick for kids and adults. Guess songs from short clips, score points fast, and prove you’re the musical genius of the house.

Multiple‑choice music trivia for kids

Multiple‑choice questions invite every player to guess and participate, even when they feel unsure. This format works especially well when kids and adults play together.​

General music knowledge (5 multiple choice)

Q: Which instrument usually plays the highest notes in this list?

a. Tuba

b. Violin

c. Drum set

d. Double bass

A: b. Violin

Q: Which of these counts as a percussion instrument?

a. Trumpet

b. Flute

c. Drum

d. Violin

A: c. Drum

Q: Which song do many kids use to practice their letters?

a. “Row, Row, Row Your Boat”

b. “Happy Birthday”

c. “The ABC Song”

d. “Old MacDonald Had a Farm”

A: c. “The ABC Song”​

Q: Which artist from this list plays the flute and includes it in pop performances?

a. Lizzo

b. Ed Sheeran

c. Bruno Mars

d. Taylor Swift

A: a. Lizzo

Q: Which quiz topic fits best on a kids’ music site like Carnegie Hall Kids?

a. “Guess the Math Problem”

b. “Animal or Instrument?”

c. “Space Rockets Only”

d. “Sports Scores”

A: b. “Animal or Instrument?”

When I use multiple‑choice questions, I often ask players to hold up 1, 2, 3, or 4 fingers instead of shouting. That approach keeps the room calmer while still keeping rounds fast and energetic.

How to run a music trivia night for kids

Curiosity and “aha!” moments after a question can activate the brain’s reward system and strengthen memory, so each correct guess feels genuinely rewarding. Music trivia for kids taps into that effect by pairing questions with songs they already love and recognize.​

You can follow a simple structure:

• Start with 5–10 easy kids’ song questions so every child scores a point early.​
• Move into 10–15 pop and movie‑music questions to engage older kids and preteens.​
• Add a short instrument and music‑science round to introduce words like tempo, “orchestra,” and “chorus.”​
• Finish with a 5‑question lightning round where you read questions quickly and let everyone answer as a team.​

I usually plan around 25–30 questions for a 1‑hour session. That length keeps kids engaged, gives everyone multiple chances to shine, and still leaves them excited for the next kids’ trivia night you host.

Bring the family together with Weekend

Weekend offers music trivia for kids as well as adults, which can turn an ordinary evening into a full music trivia party on your smart TV. Weekend lets families play trivia and music games via voice interaction, so kids and adults can jump in without extra controllers, ready to engage in non-stop excitement.​

Weekend’s library includes:

• Jeopardy!, where families test general trivia skills in a fast‑paced quiz show style.​
• Song Quiz, a music trivia favorite that plays clips from different decades and challenges everyone to name the song and artist as quickly as they can.
• Wheel of Fortune (on Roku), which invites word‑puzzle lovers to solve phrases and shout letters together.​
• 20 Questions (on Roku), that brings the classic guessing game to life with endless yes-or-no question battles.
• Karaoke​ (on Roku), which lets everyone grab the spotlight, earn points with pitch and lyric tracking, and turn your living room into a family stage.
• Guess the Emoji (on Roku), which shows emoji strings that become quick visual riddles you decode together without needing any rules.​

Launch the Weekend app from your Roku, Fire TV, LG, or Samsung Smart TV. Get a free 7-day trial to test out the full array of titles in Weekend’s gaming library. Your family will always have something new to try at game day get-togethers and family fun occasions.​

FAQs

Does Weekend have any titles that can help kids with music trivia?

Yes, Weekend does offer titles like Song Quiz (Roku, LG, Fire TV, Samsung), which centers on music trivia and plays short clips from different decades and genres. Kids can guess the song and artist, and families can use it as a ready‑made music trivia game at home.

Does Weekend have games for younger kids?

Yes, Weekend offers family‑friendly, voice‑powered games that younger kids can join, including CoComelon: Sing & Play with JJ (Fire TV, LG, Samsung). Songs like “Wheels on the Bus” and “BINGO” can entertain your toddler while supporting early skills like memory, movement, and vocabulary development.

What are Weekend's best trivia titles?

Weekend’s best trivia titles include Jeopardy! and Song Quiz (Roku, Fire TV, LG, Samsung). These games cover many categories, including general knowledge and music‑based challenges for the whole family.

How can I download the Weekend app on my Smart TV?

You can download the Weekend app by opening your smart TV’s app or channel store, searching for “Weekend,” and then installing it. Add it to the Home screen and launch it directly from there.