Music Flashcards
What is a melody?
A melody is a sequence of notes that are musically satisfying. (A tune)
What is a chord?
A chord is several notes played simultaneously.
What is a broken chord?
A broken chord is a chord broken into a sequence of notes.
What tempo does andante describe?
Moderately slow.
What tempo does allegro describe?
Brisk
What is a bass line?
The lowest part of a piece of music.
What is the bass line played on?
Played on a low pitched instrument such as a bass guitar, cello, double bass or tuba.
Is a flat higher or lower than a white note?
Lower than a white note.
What is a beat?
A beat is a rhythm played on unpitched instruments such as drums.
What is a time signature?
A time signature is the two numbers at the start of the music that tells us how many beats are in a bar
Name 3 characteristics of tango.
It has a moderate tempo, often minor key, played with a bandoneon quite often.
What texture is tango the majority of the time?
Melody and accompaniment.
What is the lyric structure of the blues?
AAB
What are three characteristics of the blues?
- 4 beats in a bar
- Frequent syncopation
- 12 bar recurring structure using three chords
