Polyrhythms & Minimalism & Djembe Flashcards
What is the pulse?
A steady constant beat
What is the rhythm?
Made up sounds and silences that are put together to make patterns of sound which are repeated to make a rhythm.
What are polyrhythms?
2 or more rhythms placed on top of each other to make a thick/complex texture
What is an Ostinato?
A pattern that repeats
What is the other name for an Ostinato?
Cyclic rhythm
What is the meaning to minimalism?
Created with the most basic amount of material.
What is a motif?
A musical idea
What is a rhythmic motif?
A short musical idea that is made of a par pattern of beats
What is a symphony?
A large scale of music
What is a melodic motif?
A short musical idea made of a pattern of beats
What is a Djembe?
An African drum
A Djembe is the most v………….. and w…………….. percussion instrument on the planet.
Versatile
Widespread
What type of family is the Djembe from?why?
A percussion because it can be hit.
Why is the Djembe famous?
Because of its wide range of pitches and tones
What is the Djembe covered in?
Animal skin
What are the notes on a Djembe ?
Bass (low), tone (medium) and slap (high)
