Unit #1 Test Information Flashcards
What are the four chords of pop music?
1, 5, 6, 4
What are the three chords in the early rock-and-roll blues progression?
1, 4, 5
Why do chords sound so good together?
They are derived from nature
What does changing the order of a chord progression do?
It changes the ecosystem of the progression
What two musical scales or modes became prominent around the 1800s?
Major and Minor
Why was a fourth chord added in pop music?
More variety in music/More flexibility
What are brass instruments?
Any tube that can be played with the lips
What are examples of brass instruments?
Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba
How do brass instruments make sound?
Blow through a mouthpiece while vibrating the lips. The larger the mouthpiece, the lower the sound.
How do brass instruments play different notes?
There are many tubes. The keys on the instrument change the length of the tubes, changing the note.
What is a woodwind instrument?
Defined as hollow tubes, which, when blow on one end, produces a sound.
What are some examples of woodwind instruments?
Flute, Saxophone, Bassoon, Recorder, etc.
How does the mouthpiece of a single reed clarinet/saxophone work?
A single reed produces sound by vibrations when blowing. The reeds are very sensitive.
How does the mouthpiece of a double reed oboe/bassoon work?
Two reeds are tied together to make a sound. The opening of the double reed is very tight.
How does the mouthpiece of a transverse flute work?
You blow air across a hole. You hold the flute horizontally.
How does the mouthpiece of the whistle (recorder) work?
Very similar to the transverse flute/ Air in blown into the end, past an opening further down the instrument, creating roughly the same effect.
How do you play different notes with woodwind instruments?
You shorten or lengthen the air column in the instrument. This is done by covering different holes with keys or fingers.
What are stringed instruments?
Instruments that make sound with vibrating strings. Pitch is modified by the thickness, tension, and length of the string.
What are some examples of stringed instruments?
Guitar, Violin, Piano, Lyre, etc.
How do you make different sounds with stringed instruments?
Longer strings produce a lower tone than shorter ones. Tighter strings produce higher pitches than looser ones. Thicker strings produce a lower sound than thinner ones.
How do you play different notes on stringed instruments?
You shorten or lengthen the lengths of strings.
What are percussion instruments?
Someone that produces a sound through being struck.
What are some examples of percussion instruments? (Name at least 5)
Vibraphone, Drums, Xylophone, Glockenspiel, Bells, Castanets, Ratchets, etc.
How do percussion instruments create sound? (Give at least three examples)
Drums have hollow bodies that amplify the noise. Some are shaken like maracas. Others resonate when hit, like bells. Cymbals make a plain noise when they’re hit.
