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Which drum is known for its ability to alter pitch through a foot pedal system?
Which drum is known for its ability to alter pitch through a foot pedal system?
- Darbuka
- Timpani (correct)
- Suzumi
- Rattle Drum
What initiated the eventual relaxation of the exclusive white clientele policy at the Cotton Club?
What initiated the eventual relaxation of the exclusive white clientele policy at the Cotton Club?
- A request made by Duke Ellington (correct)
- A lawsuit against the club for discrimination
- Popularity of Black musicians among white audiences
- Pressure from local government officials
What is the primary use of the Rattle Drum among Indigenous peoples of North America?
What is the primary use of the Rattle Drum among Indigenous peoples of North America?
- Various ceremonies (correct)
- Social gatherings
- Military ceremonies
- Instrumental solos
Which drum is characterized by having two single-headed drums combined into one?
Which drum is characterized by having two single-headed drums combined into one?
How many compositions did Duke Ellington create throughout his career?
How many compositions did Duke Ellington create throughout his career?
Which type of music is characterized by syncopation and is considered a precursor to jazz?
Which type of music is characterized by syncopation and is considered a precursor to jazz?
Which of the following drums is primarily used in weddings and engagement celebrations?
Which of the following drums is primarily used in weddings and engagement celebrations?
The crisp 'rat-a-tat-tat' sound associated with military bands is produced by which drum?
The crisp 'rat-a-tat-tat' sound associated with military bands is produced by which drum?
What defines the characteristic rhythm of swing music from the 1930s?
What defines the characteristic rhythm of swing music from the 1930s?
Which element of music was fundamental to the style known as jazz, particularly in terms of rhythm?
Which element of music was fundamental to the style known as jazz, particularly in terms of rhythm?
Flashcards
Suzumi
Suzumi
An hourglass-shaped drum from Japan, played by tapping with hands and adjusting cords to change pitch.
Timpani
Timpani
A percussion instrument from the Middle East, often called a kettle drum, with a foot pedal to adjust the tension of the membrane, changing its pitch.
Tabor
Tabor
A two-headed drum played with drumsticks, known for its crisp sound, commonly used in military bands.
Darbuka
Darbuka
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West Indian Steel Drum
West Indian Steel Drum
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What was the Cotton Club?
What was the Cotton Club?
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What made Duke Ellington's work so extensive?
What made Duke Ellington's work so extensive?
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What are the origins of jazz?
What are the origins of jazz?
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What is the blues?
What is the blues?
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What is ragtime?
What is ragtime?
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Study Notes
Percussion Instruments
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Taiko, 16th Century, Japan
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Hourglass-shaped drum with cords attached to the drum.
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Players tap it with their hands, to change the pitch
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Rattle drum, Prehistoric, North America
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Rattles filled with dried seeds used by indigenous people.
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Timpani, 13th Century, Middle East
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Kettle drums, timpani are orchestral percussion instruments.
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Modern timpani have a foot pedal to adjust the tension of the membrane.
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Tabor, 13th Century, Europe
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Two-headed drum that a player taps with drumsticks.
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Darbuka, Ancient, Middle East
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The goblet-shaped darbuka is a single-headed drum played with the hands
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Bongos, 19th Century, Cuba
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Two single-headed drums, one larger than the other.
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Used in lively Latin American music such as Salsa.
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West Indian steel drum, 1930s, Trinidad
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Different areas on the metal drum make different notes.
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Can be used to play a tune
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Pellet drum, Asia
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Half drum, half rattle.
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