Arabic Music Flashcards
1
Q
Musical features of Arabic music?
A
Scale of 24 different notes, often monophonic, close to quarter tones but not always equally divided, use of octaves and similar motion melodic movement, rhythm divided into rhythmic cycles - not equal.
2
Q
Where is this music performed?
A
Celebrations, weddings, community expression, broadcast, radio telvision
3
Q
Describe the percussive instruments
A
Riqq - a kind of tambourine
Tabla baladi - double-sided drum
4
Q
What are the stringed instruments?
A
Santur - hammered dulcimer
Oud - Middle Eastern lute
5
Q
What are the wind instruments?
A
Mizmar - double-reed with finger holes and flared bell
Ney - wooden flute
Mijwiz - double bamboo flute.
