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Which characteristic is LEAST descriptive of the pipa based on the provided information?
Which characteristic is LEAST descriptive of the pipa based on the provided information?
- Its strings are manipulated by both plucking and striking actions. (correct)
- It is identified as belonging to the lute family of musical instruments.
- It possesses a rounded body reminiscent of certain fruits.
- Its origins trace back to antiquity, with a history spanning millennia.
The manipulation of the pipa strings using the left hand primarily involves which set of actions?
The manipulation of the pipa strings using the left hand primarily involves which set of actions?
- Pressing on frets and rhythmic strumming.
- Sliding across strings and harmonic tapping.
- Applying pressure to frets combined with actions like twisting and pulling. (correct)
- Utilizing a bow to vibrate the strings while fingers control pitch.
Bai Juyi's description of the pipa's sound uses metaphorical language to characterize the distinct tones of different strings. Which of the following best represents this contrast?
Bai Juyi's description of the pipa's sound uses metaphorical language to characterize the distinct tones of different strings. Which of the following best represents this contrast?
- Sudden percussive sounds versus soft sustained tones. (correct)
- Sharp staccato versus resonant echo.
- High pitched melodies versus low rumbling bass.
- Loud crashing chords versus quiet arpeggiated notes.
In what symbolic form is the musical notation for the pipa presented, according to the text?
In what symbolic form is the musical notation for the pipa presented, according to the text?
Within the traditional Chinese orchestra, plucked string instruments, like the pipa, are categorized alongside which other primary instrumental groups?
Within the traditional Chinese orchestra, plucked string instruments, like the pipa, are categorized alongside which other primary instrumental groups?
Considering the materials used in crafting Chinese instruments, which of the following combinations represents materials sourced from both plant and mineral origins?
Considering the materials used in crafting Chinese instruments, which of the following combinations represents materials sourced from both plant and mineral origins?
If 'silk' is identified as a material category for Chinese instruments, which of the following groups exclusively comprises instruments directly classified under this 'silk' category according to the provided text?
If 'silk' is identified as a material category for Chinese instruments, which of the following groups exclusively comprises instruments directly classified under this 'silk' category according to the provided text?
Flashcards
Pipa
Pipa
A four-stringed pear-shaped instrument from China, similar to a lute.
Playing technique
Playing technique
The pipa is played by plucking strings with the right hand and pressing frets with the left.
Pipa sound
Pipa sound
Thick strings make a rattling sound; thin strings hum gently.
Chinese instruments categories
Chinese instruments categories
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Materials for instruments
Materials for instruments
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Silk instruments
Silk instruments
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Percussion instruments
Percussion instruments
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Study Notes
Plucked Pipa
- The pipa is a four-stringed, pear-shaped instrument, similar to a lute.
- It's been popular in China for over 2,000 years, making it one of the world's oldest instruments.
- The instrument is held upright, with the left hand moving up and down the frets, and the right hand alternating between plucking the strings, moving forward and backward.Â
- Â Players use five fingers on both hands.
Chinese Instruments
- Chinese orchestras traditionally include bowed strings, plucked strings, woodwinds, and percussion.
- Instruments are often categorized by the material they are made of - silk, bamboo, wood, stone, metal, clay, gourd, and hide.
- Silk instruments include harps, fiddles, lutes, and zithers.
- Bamboo instruments include flutes, oboes, and reed pipes
- Wood instruments are often ancient percussion instruments.
- Stone instruments are often stone chimes
- Metal instruments include bells, cymbals, and gongs.
- Clay instruments include clay pots and ocarinas.
- Gourd instruments include reed mouth organs.
- Hide instruments are drums.
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