Classification of Musical Instruments from India
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Which classification of musical instruments in India is characterized by the use of air to excite the various resonators?

  • Avanaddh
  • Ghan
  • Tat
  • Sushir (correct)
  • Which classification of musical instruments in India comprises the drums?

  • Ghan
  • Avanaddh (correct)
  • Tat
  • Sushir
  • What is the primary characteristic of instruments classified under 'Tat' in Indian music?

  • Membranous percussive instruments
  • Bowed stringed instruments
  • Blown air instruments
  • Plucked (stringed instruments) (correct)
  • Which classification of musical instruments in India is one of the oldest classes and may also be melodic or used to keep tal?

    <p>Ghan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does 'Tala' play in Indian music according to the text?

    <p>Primary in creating any musical system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Vitat' instruments in Indian music, despite being one of the oldest classifications, did not occupy a place in classical Indian music until when?

    <p>Last few centuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why Carnatic music is sometimes referred to as 'temple music'?

    <p>It is directed towards a Hindu god</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which musical piece type is common in Carnatic music and is specifically mentioned in the text?

    <p>Kriti</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What musical style is predominantly observed in North Indian vocal music?

    <p>Khyal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Persian influence can be found in Hindustani music according to the text?

    <p>Nasal singing style</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used in Hindustani music to describe the most common style of singing?

    <p>Khyal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes instrumental music from vocal music in Indian traditions according to the text?

    <p>The absence of lyrics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of Indian classical music tradition involves melismatic singing?

    <p>Samagana style of singing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Vedas of Hinduism are mentioned as having hymns sung in the Samagana style?

    <p>Sama Veda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of sanctity and liturgical importance, which Veda ranks next to Rig Veda in Hinduism?

    <p>Sama Veda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sacred text is counted as first among the four Vedas of Hinduism?

    <p>Rig Veda</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Rig Veda hymns in contemporary Indian tradition?

    <p>To serve as spiritual inspiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of melismatic singing in Indian classical music?

    <p>It emphasizes individual notes within a single syllable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'Theka' as described in the text?

    <p>A sequence of drum-syllables in Indian classical music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is commonly used for keeping rhythm in Hindustani classical music according to the text?

    <p>Tabla</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature characterizes the music of West Asia (Israel) according to the text?

    <p>Melodic complexity and ornamentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is West Asian music (Israel) commonly used according to the text?

    <p>Communal worship, mystic rituals, life passage events, and entertainment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vocal style is associated with Israeli singers as described in the text?

    <p>Throaty enunciation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Mridangam' is most commonly used for keeping rhythm in which type of Indian music according to the text?

    <p>Carnatic music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the shofar in Jewish culture?

    <p>It is sounded during the High Holidays for prayer and repentance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the pioneers referred to in the traditional Hebrew song 'Zum Gali Gali'?

    <p>Jewish settlers who built the new Israel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What context do secular instruments and voice typically feature in according to the text?

    <p>Life passage events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a Hazan play in the synagogue?

    <p>Leading prayers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event do the pioneers in 'Zum Gali Gali' relate to?

    <p>The creation of the State of Israel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of song is 'Zum Gali Gali'?

    <p>Round song</p> Signup and view all the answers

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