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What is the definition of music?

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Music is the art of organizing sound in time to create compositions using melody, harmony, rhythm, and timbre.

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What are some purposes of music?

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Music is used to express emotions, tell stories, entertain, bond people, and serve ceremonial or spiritual purposes.

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__________ is the part of music you hum or sing.

It’s the main tune that makes a song recognizable.

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Melody

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____________ is the combination of multiple notes played simultaneously to create chords, which support the melody.

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Harmony

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What is rhythm in music?

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Rhythm is the timing of sounds and silences in music, organized by beats, tempo, meter, and patterns.

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What is timbre (tone color) in music?

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Timbre is the unique quality of a sound that distinguishes one instrument or voice from another.

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_____________ refer to the volume of music, such as soft, loud, or gradual changes like crescendos and decrescendos.

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Dynamics

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What is form in music?

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Form is the structure of a piece of music, such as verse-chorus-verse or sonata form.

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What is texture in music?

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Texture describes how layers of sound interact

such as monophonic (one melody),

polyphonic (multiple melodies),

or homophonic (melody with accompaniment).

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What are scales in music?

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Scales are patterns of notes arranged by pitch, such as major (happy) and minor (sad) scales.

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________ are groups of three or more notes played together, commonly classified as major, minor, diminished, or augmented.

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Chords

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What is a key in music?

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A key is the tonal center of a piece of music, based on a specific scale, such as C Major or A Minor.

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What is a time signature in music?

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A time signature is a symbol that indicates the number of beats per measure and the type of note that gets the beat, such as 4/4 or 3/4.

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What is musical notation?

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Musical notation is a system of writing music using symbols to represent notes, rests, rhythms, and dynamics.

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What defines prehistoric and ancient music?

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Prehistoric and ancient music was simple and used for rituals or communication, often involving early flutes, drums, and chants.

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What is unique about Medieval music (500–1400)?

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Medieval music was primarily sacred, featuring Gregorian chant and early polyphony, with the first notations of music.

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What are key features of Renaissance music (1400–1600)?

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Renaissance music developed polyphony, madrigals, and used the printing press to spread musical compositions.

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What characterizes Baroque music (1600–1750)?

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Baroque music is dramatic and ornate, featuring composers like Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi and the development of opera.

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What defines Classical music (1750–1820)?

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Classical music emphasizes balance, clarity, and form, with composers like Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven.

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What is notable about Romantic music (1820–1900)?

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Romantic music is emotional and dramatic, with composers like Chopin, Tchaikovsky, and Wagner focusing on individual expression.

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What innovations define 20th-century music?

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20th-century music included jazz, blues, rock, electronic music, and experimental styles like atonality and minimalism.

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What is classical music?

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Classical music is a genre characterized by complex forms, orchestras, and written notation.

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What defines jazz music?

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Jazz is known for improvisation, swing rhythms, and a blend of blues and ragtime influences.

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What is blues music?

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Blues is a genre focused on emotional storytelling and often uses a 12-bar pattern.

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What defines rock music?

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Rock music features electric guitars, strong beats, and diverse styles, ranging from classic rock to punk and metal.

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What is pop music?

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Pop music is characterized by catchy melodies and wide appeal, often focusing on themes of love and relationships.

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What is hip-hop music?

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Hip-hop is a genre featuring rhythmic spoken word (rapping), beats, and elements of sampling.

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What is folk music?

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Folk music is traditional and often reflects the culture, history, and storytelling of a community.

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What is electronic music?

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Electronic music is created with synthesized sounds and is popular in dance and experimental genres.

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What is world music?

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World music refers to traditional music from different cultures around the globe.

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What are examples of string instruments?

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String instruments include guitar, violin, cello, and harp.

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What are examples of percussion instruments?

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Percussion instruments include drums, tambourines, and xylophones.

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What are examples of woodwind instruments?

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Woodwind instruments include flute, clarinet, and saxophone.

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What are examples of brass instruments?

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Brass instruments include trumpet, trombone, and tuba.

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What are examples of keyboard instruments?

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Keyboard instruments include piano, organ, and synthesizer.

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How is melody created in music?

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Melody is created using notes from scales, arranged into a sequence to form a tune.

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What is a chord progression?

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A chord progression is a series of chords played in a sequence to create harmony.

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What is the role of lyrics in music?

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Lyrics are words in a song that convey meaning, emotion, or storytelling.

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What is form in songwriting?

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Form is the structure of a song, such as verse-chorus-verse or A-B-A format.

40
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What is interpretation in music performance?

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Interpretation is how a performer adds personal expression to a piece of music.

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What is improvisation in music?

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Improvisation is creating music spontaneously, often seen in jazz.

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How does recording music work?

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Music is recorded using microphones or digital input, then edited, mixed, and mastered.

43
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How is music created with technology?

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Technology like DAWs, synthesizers, and effects are used to compose, edit, and produce music.

44
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How does physics relate to music?

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Music is made of sound waves, characterized by frequency (pitch) and amplitude (volume).

45
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What is acoustics in music?

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Acoustics is the study of how sound behaves in different spaces and environments.

46
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How does music affect the brain?

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Music triggers emotional, cognitive, and physical responses, improving mood, memory, and focus.

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How does music reflect society?

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Music expresses cultural values, social issues, and emotions, often influencing societal change.

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