Fusion music Flashcards
1
Q
what happens in fusion music
A
two musical styles/genres are merged, creating a new sound that features elements from both musical traditions
2
Q
when did fusion music develop
A
in the twentieth century
3
Q
give an example of fusion music
A
bhangra (mixes Punjabi folk music with Hindi film music and Western pop) and folk rock (mixes folk with rock)
4
Q
name 2 Punjab instruments used in bhangra
A
tumbi, dhol, sitar, sarangi
5
Q
name 2 pop instruments used in bhangra
A
synthesiser, drum kit, guitar, piano
6
Q
what structure does Bhangra often use
A
verse-chorus
7
Q
what rhythm is very important in bhangra music
A
the chaal rhythm
8
Q
how is the chaal rhythm played
A
by using the dhol drum
9
Q
fusion songs may use…
A
samples from other tracks
