Music- final Flashcards
the most popular form of music in Indonesia.
Gamelan
is the term for every kind of gamelan music in Java.
Karawitan
used to accompany dances, songs, and Wayang Kulit
Gamelan orchestras
are believed to possess supernatural powers
Gamelan orchestras
consider their instruments sacred, therefore stepping over the instrument is a sign of disrespect - musicians bow before playing the instruments to show respect
Gamelan orchestras
female soloist singer who sings with a Gamelan
Pesindhen
unison male chorus that sings with the gamelan
gerong
originated in israel associated with the Kibbutz, Israel’s collective agricultural communities
zum gali gali
The song is sometimes referred to by the title Israeli Work Song and is known for its rhythmic style.
zum gali gali
The most famous traditional ensemble of Myanmar, consisting of various percussion instruments, including gongs and drums.
Hsaing Waing
Hsaing Waing
pat waing
small bronze gongs in a circular frame
kyi waing
(larger bronze gongs
Maung Hsaing
(set of 8 drums)
Chauk Lon Pa
(bell and clapper used for rhythm)
si and wa
Another name for the Hsaing Waing ensemble,
saing waing
is a famous traditional folk song in Thailand, associated with the Loi Krathong Festival,
loi khratong
he song is often sung during the festival while people release their krathongs (decorated floating baskets) into rivers as a way to pay respect to the Goddess of Water
loi khratong
Phra Mae Khongkha
godess of water
refers to the smallest interval of pitch in Indian classical music.
Śruti
is a melodic framework used for improvisation, similar to a scale, but with specific rules for ascending and descending notes, mood, and ornamentation.
raga
refers to the rhythmic cycle of beats in Indian music.
Common talas:
The Tala System (Rhythmic Cycles)
Plucked string instrument, often used for playing ragas.
sitar
rovides a continuous drone that supports the tonal system.
tanpura
Keyboard instrument that follows the raga-based tuning system.
Harmonium
traditional Chinese stringed instrument known for its moon-shaped body and expressive sound. It is one of the most iconic instruments in Chinese classical music.
pipa
is a traditional Japanese folk song that describes the beauty of cherry blossoms (
sakura
ossing a difficult mountain pass or overcoming hardships.
arirang korea
Unlike Western music, which uses a 7-note diatonic scale, Chinese music is based on a —–, giving it a distinct sound.
pentatonic scale
A well-known folk song about beauty and purity.
JASMIN FLOWER
Two-stringed bowed instrument with a rich, emotional tone.
ERHU
Ancient 7-string zither, associated with scholars.
gukin
– Bamboo flute with a bright, airy sound.
dizi
Mouth organ, capable of playing chords.
sheng
