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Which of the following describes classical music? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following describes classical music? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following describes popular music? (Select two)
Which of the following describes popular music? (Select two)
In order to raise the pitch of a note by an octave, we must ______ its frequency (in Hertz).
In order to raise the pitch of a note by an octave, we must ______ its frequency (in Hertz).
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Which regions does sound pass through as it goes from the atmosphere to the ear? (Select all that apply)
Which regions does sound pass through as it goes from the atmosphere to the ear? (Select all that apply)
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What is a tonotopic region?
What is a tonotopic region?
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Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for emotion?
Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for emotion?
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Listening to music causes the same responses in regions of the brain as we experience when eating certain food, engaging in sex, and taking drugs of abuse.
Listening to music causes the same responses in regions of the brain as we experience when eating certain food, engaging in sex, and taking drugs of abuse.
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What is the lowest sound of an overtone series called?
What is the lowest sound of an overtone series called?
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All frequencies sounding above the lowest sound are called?
All frequencies sounding above the lowest sound are called?
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To generate a pitch an octave higher on a violin, one must:
To generate a pitch an octave higher on a violin, one must:
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Do the Chinese and Indonesian musical cultures have the same overtones as Western music?
Do the Chinese and Indonesian musical cultures have the same overtones as Western music?
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The Fundamental and the first four overtones produce ______.
The Fundamental and the first four overtones produce ______.
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Which of the following does Richard Strauss use to suggest the advent of a superhero in his tone poem 'Also sprach Zarathustra'? (Select two)
Which of the following does Richard Strauss use to suggest the advent of a superhero in his tone poem 'Also sprach Zarathustra'? (Select two)
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Which music usually has no beat at all?
Which music usually has no beat at all?
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Which music often has a suppressed beat?
Which music often has a suppressed beat?
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Match the following terms related to music rhythm:
Match the following terms related to music rhythm:
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The machine musicians use to sound the beat is called a ______.
The machine musicians use to sound the beat is called a ______.
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Identify the two 'axes' (or coordinates) of music found in a Western musical score:
Identify the two 'axes' (or coordinates) of music found in a Western musical score:
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Syncopation is the effect produced when a rhythmic emphasis is placed on a weak beat or on an 'off-beat.'
Syncopation is the effect produced when a rhythmic emphasis is placed on a weak beat or on an 'off-beat.'
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If a rhythmic emphasis is placed on a downbeat, is that considered an instance of syncopation?
If a rhythmic emphasis is placed on a downbeat, is that considered an instance of syncopation?
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When listening to music, the beat is usually signaled to us by the ______.
When listening to music, the beat is usually signaled to us by the ______.
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When listening to music, syncopation is usually found in the ______.
When listening to music, syncopation is usually found in the ______.
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Which of the following is NOT used to signal a downbeat?
Which of the following is NOT used to signal a downbeat?
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Tempo refers to the speed of the music, gauged by the speed of the ______.
Tempo refers to the speed of the music, gauged by the speed of the ______.
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Place the following tempo indications in order from fastest to slowest: A. Moderato, B. Allegro, C. Lento, D. Prestissimo
Place the following tempo indications in order from fastest to slowest: A. Moderato, B. Allegro, C. Lento, D. Prestissimo
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Classical music, with its notated scores and long-standing traditions, demands that one perform the music strictly in tempo and on pitch at all times for maximum emotional effect.
Classical music, with its notated scores and long-standing traditions, demands that one perform the music strictly in tempo and on pitch at all times for maximum emotional effect.
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Study Notes
Classical Music
- Characterized by less emphasis on a strict beat, allowing more fluidity in rhythm.
- Instrumental music holds a prominent place, with longer compositions and broader forms.
- Primarily utilizes acoustic instruments, and performances rely on notated music scores.
Popular Music
- Features a strong, regular beat and generally includes lyrics.
- Emphasizes the use of electronic instruments, leading to shorter and more repetitive compositions.
- Often performed without reliance on written music.
Frequency and Pitch
- Raising the pitch of a note by an octave requires doubling its frequency in Hertz.
- The fundamental is the lowest sound in an overtone series, with higher sounds known as overtones.
- To create a pitch an octave higher on instruments like the violin, the string length must be halved.
Sound Perception
- The auditory pathway includes the outer ear, inner ear, basilar membrane, auditory nerve, and primary auditory cortex.
- Tonotopic regions in the brain respond to specific frequencies, illustrating how pitch is parsed.
Emotional Response to Music
- The limbic system is the primary brain region responsible for processing emotions related to music.
- Listening to music triggers similar brain responses as those elicited by food, sex, and drug use.
Musical Structure
- Meter organizes musical time into consistent groups of evenly spaced, recurring beats.
- Syncopation involves placing rhythmic emphasis on weak beats or off-beats, while a downbeat focuses on the strong pulse.
Performance Characteristics
- Gregorian chant is noted for lacking a defined beat, while classical music often suppresses it.
- The metronome is an essential tool for keeping time in musical performances.
Musical Elements
- Two primary axes in Western music are pitch and duration (time).
- Tempo is indicated by the speed of the beat, with common terms including moderato, allegro, lento, and prestissimo.
Composition Techniques
- Richard Strauss's "Also sprach Zarathustra" effectively uses rising melodies and trumpet as solo instruments to signify heroism and transformation.
- The first six overtones combined with the fundamental produce consonance, creating harmonious sound.
General Knowledge
- The Chinese and Indonesian musical cultures share the same overtone series as Western music, illustrating universal aspects of sound.
- Classical music does not strictly require performance always to be on tempo or pitch for emotional resonance.
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