Quiz 1 Flashcards
Which three limitations will affect how each instrument supports the characteristics of a specific ensemble?
Range, timbre, configuration
A ceremonial band can vary from —— to —— pieces, depending on the requirements of the mission at hand.
15-39
Long percussive notes that are performed with the phonetic of DOO are utilized for all of the following except:
Unmarked quarters notes or tied equivalent
Triplet patterns of eighth notes and quarter notes use the phonetic ——-
OO-VAH-BAH
Which of the following concepts need to be known by rhythm instrumentalists and their unit leaders?
Chord symbols, voice motion, slash and rhythmic notation, styles, musical form, time and groove
(T/F) When performing a count off, the volume of the voice should begin at a level where the whole ensemble can hear it. From there, gradually adjust to the appropriate dynamic level.
True
The ——— process is an efficient way for a unit leader to address errors within an ensemble’s performance.
DICMO
Elements that can shape the flow of a performance include the following except:
[Lighting elements]
Guest performers and conductors
Program notes via a moderator
Intermissions
Rehearsal for chamber groups is structured in a ——- style, with one member assigned the responsibility of coordinating and conducting a steady and productive rehearsal regiment.
Player-coach
B3 and F5 combine to form what interval?
DIM 12
Four of the six consonant intervals above the pitch F# can be used to form which of the following chords?
DMAJ7
The ascending and descending B melodic minor scale contains every pitch of the chromatic scale with the exception of:
B#, C, Eb, D#, E#, F
The tensions above a Gb7 chord combine to form what chord?
Ab
In a minor 7th Chord, T13 can only be used when?
Only when in Dorian mode
Which of the following non-chord tones is not approached by step?
Appoggiatura
(T/F) When in a minor key, the V/III and V7/III are respectively identical to the VII and VII7 but are still an option as a secondary dominant.
True
The major 9th extension always resolves:
Downwards
The tonic notes of each closely related key of Ab can be used to spell which of the following chords?
Eb13
Encore is to Wider as Tenu is to ———
Ausghalten
Moins is to Plus as Puissant is to ———.
Leicht
Sempre is to Toujours as Assai is to ———.
Sehr
The conducting areas are divided into the following dimensions:
Vertical plane
Horizontal plane
Depth
(T/F) While the band is in block band formation, it is recommended to overextend the arms so every member may see the beat pattern.
False
