Samba Flashcards
1
Q
How is samba music taught?
A
Music is taught aurally
2
Q
Describe the rhythm in samba music.
A
- Polyrhythmic (layers of different rhythms)
- Syncopated
3
Q
What is the name for how the instruments sometimes interact during samba music?
A
Call and Response
4
Q
SAMBA INSTRUMENTS: Samba Creates Rhythmic Texture And Greatness
A
Surdo Caixa Repinique Tamborim Agogo bells Ganza
5
Q
TRUE or FALSE:
The repinique is tuned very low
A
FALSE - it is tuned very high
6
Q
What is the role if the repinique?
A
It plays the starting and stopping figures and performs improvised solos. It is the leading player.
7
Q
What is the role of the tambourim?
A
It plays simple, repeated patterns
8
Q
What is the role of the Ganza?
A
It is played by shaking and plays a constant ostinato.
