Samba Flashcards
1
Q
Where and when did Samba originate?
A
Brazil in the 1950’s
2
Q
Samba is commonly heard at which event?
A
Carnivals
3
Q
Give 2 time signatures Samba uses.
A
2/4 & 4/4
4
Q
What is the tempo of Samba?
A
Fast Tempo (Allegro)
5
Q
What is a ‘surdo’ in Samba music?
A
Large, loud bass drum, the Surdo is the lowest pitched drum and keeps the pulse
6
Q
What type of rhythm is Samba?
A
Polyrhythmic
7
Q
What key is Samba played in?
A
Major key
8
Q
Name as many percussion instruments as you can relating to Samba.
A
Surdo, Caixa, Repinique, Cuica, Tamborim, Agogo, Shakers, Scrapers, Tambourines.
9
Q
Which instrument is the leader of the Samba band?
A
The Repinique
10
Q
What technique does Samba not use that Indian Classical does? I____v_____ion
A
Improvisation
