Dance Music Flashcards
1
Q
in many cultures…
A
music plays an important role as an accompaniment to dance
2
Q
give an example of a cultural dance style
A
samba, salsa, waltz, polka
3
Q
what gives the dance its steps?
A
the underlying rhythm of the music
4
Q
where does salsa music come from?
A
Cuba
5
Q
what is the Clave rhythm?
A
an important part of salsa music that is played on the claves
6
Q
what does the Clave rhythm consist of?
A
a 2:3/ 3:2 rhythm
7
Q
the clave rhythm is highly…
A
syncopated
8
Q
what does ‘a syncopated rhythm’ mean?
A
the stresses in the music come off the beat
9
Q
name 3 instruments found in salsa music
A
congas, bongos, piano, guiros, claves, double bass, trumpets, trombones, maracas
