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Which scale is primarily used in the melodies of Chinese music?
Which scale is primarily used in the melodies of Chinese music?
- Five-tone scale (correct)
- Four-tone scale
- Six-tone scale
- Seven-tone scale
CantoPop refers to a traditional form of Chinese music.
CantoPop refers to a traditional form of Chinese music.
False (B)
What is the traditional Japanese music called that is based on early Chinese and Buddhist influences?
What is the traditional Japanese music called that is based on early Chinese and Buddhist influences?
Hogaku
The traditional plucked string instrument in Japan is called the ______.
The traditional plucked string instrument in Japan is called the ______.
Match the following musical instruments with their corresponding category:
Match the following musical instruments with their corresponding category:
What is the name of the Japanese pop music genre that emerged in the 1990s?
What is the name of the Japanese pop music genre that emerged in the 1990s?
What is the term used for the traditional music of Japan that translates to 'music of one's homeland'?
What is the term used for the traditional music of Japan that translates to 'music of one's homeland'?
Which of the following instruments is NOT classified as a wind instrument in traditional Japanese music?
Which of the following instruments is NOT classified as a wind instrument in traditional Japanese music?
In Chinese music, what is the primary vocal characteristic that distinguishes male performances?
In Chinese music, what is the primary vocal characteristic that distinguishes male performances?
Which of these is a musical genre originating from Hong Kong known as Cantonese popular music?
Which of these is a musical genre originating from Hong Kong known as Cantonese popular music?
What is the soft mode scale identified in Japanese music that is typically associated with female vocalists?
What is the soft mode scale identified in Japanese music that is typically associated with female vocalists?
Flashcards
Pentatonic Scale
Pentatonic Scale
A five-tone scale primarily used in Chinese melodies.
Hogaku
Hogaku
Traditional Japanese music derived from ancient Chinese and Buddhist influences.
Shimyo
Shimyo
Chants developed by Buddhists in Japan, based on sacred hymns.
Cantopop
Cantopop
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J-pop
J-pop
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Gagaku Orchestra
Gagaku Orchestra
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What is the main scale used in Chinese melodies?
What is the main scale used in Chinese melodies?
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What is Cantopop?
What is Cantopop?
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What is Hogaku?
What is Hogaku?
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What are Shimyo?
What are Shimyo?
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What is a Gagaku orchestra?
What is a Gagaku orchestra?
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Study Notes
Chinese Music
- A common musical scale in Chinese music is the pentatonic scale, a five-tone scale that is frequently used in Chinese melodies.
- LUS are musical notes.
- The pentatonic scale has five notes: Kung, Chih, Shang, Chiao, and Yu.
- Poetry is often delivered through chanting.
- A vocal style prominent in China is high-register singing performed by males.
Japanese Music
- Hogaku is a type of traditional music that is based on early Chinese and Buddhist music.
- The term Hogaku translates to "music of one's homeland."
- Shimyo are chants created by Buddhist Monks based on religious hymns.
- Different scales include a hard mode (Yo-sen) used by males and a soft mode (In-sen) for females.
- J-pop is a Japanese pop and a musical genre that emerged in the 1990s.
- The Gagaku Orchestra combines wind, string, and percussion instruments that frequently accompany dance performances.
- Sakura (Cherry Blossoms) is a famous Japanese folk song.
- Examples of plucked string instruments in Japanese music include the Koto, Biwa, and Shamisen.
- Examples of wind instruments in Japanese music include the Shakuhachi, Sho, Hichiriki, and Ryuteki.
- Examples of percussion instruments in Japanese music include Kakko, Tsuzumi, and Shime daiko.
- Mo Li Hua is a traditional Chinese song.
- Cantonese popular music and HK-pop (Hong Kong Pop) are also popular musical styles in China.
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This quiz covers key concepts in traditional Chinese and Japanese music, including scales, vocal styles, and historical significance. Learn about the unique elements like the pentatonic scale in Chinese music and Hogaku in Japanese music. Test your knowledge on popular genres and traditional songs from both cultures.
