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Which musician introduced a new type of singing known as 'Al Ghina’ al Mutqan'?
Which musician introduced a new type of singing known as 'Al Ghina’ al Mutqan'?
- Ibn Abi’l Dunya
- Nashit (correct)
- Ibn Surayj
- Al Gharid
What were the conflicting tendencies mentioned that resulted in the creation of two camps?
What were the conflicting tendencies mentioned that resulted in the creation of two camps?
- Differences in vocal control
- Advocacy of musical expression over poetry (correct)
- Preference for ancient ideals over modernism
- Use of different string instruments
According to Ibn Surayj, what qualities must a good singer possess?
According to Ibn Surayj, what qualities must a good singer possess?
- Strong physical appearance
- Precise vocal control and accurate diction (correct)
- Knowledge of various languages
- Ability to play multiple instruments
What did Arab authors consider the voice (sawt) to be?
What did Arab authors consider the voice (sawt) to be?
Who criticized music and string instruments as unworthy pastimes that contribute to enhancing a life of pleasure?
Who criticized music and string instruments as unworthy pastimes that contribute to enhancing a life of pleasure?
What was the distinctive feature of 'Al Ghina’ al Mutqan' introduced by Nashit?
What was the distinctive feature of 'Al Ghina’ al Mutqan' introduced by Nashit?
'Thamm Al Malahi' by Ibn Abi’l Dunya considers music and string instruments similar to which activity?
'Thamm Al Malahi' by Ibn Abi’l Dunya considers music and string instruments similar to which activity?
What were the two camps created due to conflicting tendencies in music?
What were the two camps created due to conflicting tendencies in music?
What did Ibn Surayj consider as qualities of a good singer?
What did Ibn Surayj consider as qualities of a good singer?
What was Al Gharid known for in the context of music?
What was Al Gharid known for in the context of music?
What was the central characteristic of Arabian music throughout history?
What was the central characteristic of Arabian music throughout history?
What did Nashit introduce in the realm of music?
What did Nashit introduce in the realm of music?
What did Persian slave musician Nashit emphasize in 'Al Ghina’ al Mutqan'?
What did Persian slave musician Nashit emphasize in 'Al Ghina’ al Mutqan'?
What did Arab authors consider the voice (sawt) to be?
What did Arab authors consider the voice (sawt) to be?
Why did Ibn Abi’l Dunya criticize music and string instruments?
Why did Ibn Abi’l Dunya criticize music and string instruments?
'Al Tanbur' and 'Al Ud' are examples of what in the context of music?
'Al Tanbur' and 'Al Ud' are examples of what in the context of music?
'Thamm Al Malahi' is a work that views music and string instruments similar to what pastime?
'Thamm Al Malahi' is a work that views music and string instruments similar to what pastime?
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