Israeli folk music

Question 1

Where is israeli folk music influenced from?

Answer 1

Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Middle East

Question 2

What is the tempo in israeli folk music like?

Answer 2

Medium / fast tempo (often for dancing)

Question 3

What is a common instrument in israeli folk music?

Answer 3

Accordion - it’s often heard

Question 4

What are common European instruments in israeli folk music?

Answer 4

Clarinet, flute, brass, violin

Question 5

What are common Middle Eastern instruments in israeli folk music?

Answer 5

Oud (lute) and doumbek

Question 6

What is the dance associated with israeli folk music called?

Answer 6

Horah dance (Hava Nagila)

Question 7

Does the tempo get faster or slower in israeli folk music?

Answer 7

Faster (accelerandos)

Question 8

What is Klezmer?

Answer 8

Instrumental music for celebrations

Question 9

Why is israeli music good for dancing?

Answer 9

There are strong syncopated rhythms

Question 10

Why is it mainly performed?

Answer 10

For dance or celebrations