Samba Music Flashcards
1
Q
What is improvisation?
A
Making up a rhythm on the spot that fits into the music playing.
2
Q
What is call and response?
A
The leader calls a rhythm to the group and the group responds with a different rhythm.
3
Q
What is polyrhythms?
A
When two completely different rhythms are played at the same time.
4
Q
What does repeated loops mean?
A
A continuous rhythm.
5
Q
What is a surdo?
A
A big drum which is the heart of the band.
6
Q
What is a repinique.
A
Introduces solos and breaks.
7
Q
What is a caxia de guerra?
A
Looks like a snare drum with strings.
8
Q
What is an agogo bell?
A
Only melodic instrument.
9
Q
What is a tambourine?
A
Smallest drum, played with a flexible stick.
10
Q
What is a chocolo shaker?
A
Small metal pieces.
11
Q
What is a reco reco?
A
A scraper.
12
Q
What is a apito?
A
A referee whistle.
