Grade 8 Music Module 1: Southeast Asian Music

Questions and Answers

What is required for the exploitation of government-created works for profit?

Only the consent of the original author is required.

Prior approval from the government agency is needed. (correct)

Payment of royalties is not necessary.

No approvals are necessary.

What does Republic Act 8293, section 176 state about copyright on government works?

Government works cannot be distributed without permission.

No copyright exists in any work of the Government of the Philippines. (correct)

All government works are automatically copyrighted.

Only private companies can claim copyright on government works.

What is emphasized for the successful use of borrowed materials in the module?

The absence of royalty payments.

The need for permission from copyright owners. (correct)

No borrowed materials can be used at all.

Ownership of all materials by the publisher.

What is the main purpose of the MAPEH module?

To facilitate guided and independent learning activities. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the compilation of the MAPEH module?

JENNIVIE C. TARIMAN, Teacher III. Signup and view all the answers

Which group of countries is predominantly located in Southeast Asia?

Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the female soloist singer in Indonesian Gamelan?

Pesindhen Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scales is a characteristic of Indonesian music?

Slendro scale Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines 'Karawitan' in the context of Indonesian music?

Every kind of Gamelan music in Java Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of Indonesian Gamelan?

It is made up predominantly of percussive instruments Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Southeast Asian Music Overview

Southeast Asia comprises 11 countries including Indonesia, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Republic Act 8293 ensures no copyright in works by the Philippine government; requires permission for profit exploitation.
Study module aims to assist students in meeting K to 12 curriculum standards, focusing on knowledge of Southeast Asian music.

Indonesia

An archipelago with approximately 17,500 islands, it is the world's fourth most populous country.
Indonesian music is influenced by diverse cultures including Indian, Arabic, Chinese, and European.
Two main scales in Indonesian music: Slendro (five equidistant tones) and Peloq (seven-tone scale with semitone).
Gamelan is the predominant musical form, featuring various ensembles:
- Pesindhen: solo female singer with gamelan.
- Gerong: male chorus singing in unison with gamelan.
- Karawitan: term encompassing all gamelan music in Java.

Thailand

Known as "Muang Thai" (Land of the Free), the only Southeast Asian nation never colonized by a Western power.
Thai music merges diverse Asian influences with a theoretical structure based on five or seven-tone scales.
Key ensembles:
- Piphat: mid-sized orchestra used for outdoor or indoor performances, often associated with ceremonial contexts.
- Khrueang Sai: blends percussion and wind instruments with an expanded string section.
- Mahori: traditionally performed by women, featuring smaller instruments, now often using regular-sized instruments.

Laos

Officially the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, previously part of French Indochina.
Classical music influenced by India, Cambodia, and Thailand.
Two categories of Lao orchestras:
- Sep Nyai: percussion-heavy, similar to Thai Piphat, incorporates oboe.
- Sep Noi: similar to Mahori of Thailand but featuring khene, a traditional bamboo mouth organ.

Vietnam

Officially the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, located on the Indochinese Peninsula.
Vietnamese music ("nhac Viet Nam") encompasses both Kinh and ethnic minority music.
Nha nhac: traditional court music performed to honor gods and scholars, common during the Tran and Nguyen dynasties.

Gamelan Orchestras

Serve to accompany dances, songs, and Wayang Kulit performances.
Considered to possess supernatural powers, with instruments viewed as sacred.
Musicians show respect by bowing before playing instruments and avoid stepping over them.

Southeast Asian Vocal Music

Analyze and practice singing traditional songs from specific countries.
Songs matched with their respective origins include:
- "Burung Kakak Tua" - Indonesia
- "Loi Loi Krathong" - Thailand
- "Chan Mali Chan" - Singapore
- "Rasa Sayang" - Malaysia
- "Ru Con" - Vietnam

Folk Songs Descriptions

"Burung Kakak Tua": folk song about a cockatoo paralleling a beloved elder.
"Loi Loi Krathong": centered on a court lady who first floated a garnished boat.
"Chan Mali Chan": references a playful baby goat, symbolizing mischief.
"Rasa Sayang": expresses loving feelings, popular in multiple Southeast Asian countries, rooted in traditional Malay poetry.

Description

Explore the rich diversity of Southeast Asian music through this engaging quiz designed for Grade 8 students. Learn about the unique instruments, styles, and cultural significance of music in this vibrant region. Test your knowledge and appreciation of this fascinating musical tradition.