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
