Salsa

Question 0

What is the name for the repeated rhythm that appears in salsa?

Answer 0

Clave

Question 1

In which American city did salsa originate?

Answer 1

New York

Question 2

Name two characteristic features of a chorus section in salsa

Answer 2

Improvisation and call and response

Question 3

Name three percussion instruments often found in salsa

Answer 3

Calves, cowbell and congas

Question 4

Name a famous salsa singer

Answer 4

Celia Cruz

Question 5

What language are the lyrics in?

Answer 5

Spanish

Question 6

Name two characteristics of a salsa melody

Answer 6

Syncopated rhythms and major key

They are also frequently doubled in parallel 3rds or 6ths

Question 7

What structure does a salsa piece usually have?

Answer 7

Verse chorus with a more laid back instrumental introduction

Question 8

Describe how salsa is danced

Answer 8

The couples hold each other loosely and step forwards and backwards or out to the side and back. Spins, turns and holds can also be added to the dance

Question 9

What time signature is salsa in?

Answer 9

4/4

Question 10

In what decade was salsa created?

Answer 10

1960’s and 70’s

Question 11

What music does salsa originate from?

Answer 11

Son

Question 12

What was son influenced by in New York?

Answer 12

Jazz, rock and pop.

Question 13

What are the two versions of clave rhythm?

Answer 13

2:3 and 3:2

Question 14

Name a famous salsa group

Answer 14

The Fania All-Stars