Reggae Flashcards
Where did Reggae originate?
Jamaica
When did Reggae become a common type of music?
1970’s
How are the lyrics sung?
In a Jamaican dialect and often about local people and events
What beats are the accents on?
2nd & 4th beat
Is reggae normally in 3/4 or 4/4?
4/4
What is the loud bass riff normally played on?
bass guitar
What types of music are used in Reggae?
Mento, Ska and Rocksteady
What religion is Reggae based off?
Rastafarianism
How are harmonies used in Reggae music?
Often limited to a few chords which are repeated many times in the same sequence
What are 3 examples of Reggae songs?
- Buffalo soldier
- Three little birds
- One love
Why was Jamaica Britain’s wealthiest and most valuable colony in the 18th century?
They grew sugar canes and sugar was widely used in Britain for tea and coffee
Where did slaves come from?
Africa
When was slavery officially abolished?
1838
What were some other styles of music associated with the Caribbean?
- Merengue
- Calypso
- Rumba
Who was Bob Marley?
Jamaican singer
