AoS3: Calypso

Question 1

Where does Calypso originate?

Answer 1

Trinidad and Tobago

Question 2

What can the Melody of Calypso music feature?

Answer 2

call-and-response during the chorus
short, simple phrases
The melodies are syncopated
Some instrumental melodies having an improvised quality

Question 3

What is the usual rhythm used in a piece of Calypso?

Answer 3

2 or 4 beats to a bar, with syncopation

Question 4

What is the usual tonality of a Calypso piece?

Answer 4

The simple harmony using primary chords.
Major key.

Question 5

What is the usual structure of a Calypso piece?

Answer 5

verses, choruses and instrumental sections.

Question 6

What is the usual texture of a Calypso piece?

Answer 6

Melody and Accompaniment

Question 7

What instruments are usually used in Calypso?

Answer 7

Bass guitar, acoustic or electric guitars, trumpets, trombones, saxophones, and multiple vocalists. (Steel pans can be used)

Question 8

Name (at least) 1 Calypso Band/Singer:

Answer 8

Lord Invader