Music Chapter 8 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is composition?

The craft of putting together sounds to create a musical work.

What is a hook in music?

The motive or 'grabber' phrase in a song that often accompanies the words of the song's titles.

What is modulation?

A change in key.

What is a fanfare?

A short showy tune usually written for brass played in honor of important people or to announce an important event. Signup and view all the answers

What is a synthesizer?

An electronic device, usually with a keyboard, capable of producing sounds in almost any range, tone quality, and volume. Signup and view all the answers

What is Diane Warren's nickname?

The 'Hit Machine'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the song LeAnn Rimes sang written by Diane Warren?

'How Do I Live'. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of award did Diane Warren win as a songwriter?

Hollywood Walk of Fame. Signup and view all the answers

How many songs has Diane written for TV shows and movies?

73 songs. Signup and view all the answers

What types of things did George Gershwin compose?

Popular songs, Broadway musicals, and concert music. Signup and view all the answers

What did George's brother do for him?

He wrote the lyrics. Signup and view all the answers

Ethel Merman was made famous for singing which one of George Gershwin's songs?

'I Got Rhythm'. Signup and view all the answers

What was a famous piece Gershwin wrote for piano and jazz?

'Rhapsody in Blue'. Signup and view all the answers

What was a popular piece for orchestra called?

'An American in Paris'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most American opera Gershwin wrote?

'Porgy and Bess'. Signup and view all the answers

What is a popular song that we often hear around Thanksgiving?

''Tis a Gift to be Simple'. Signup and view all the answers

What are the dates of Copland's life?

1900-1990. Signup and view all the answers

Copland's earliest works were influenced by whom?

French composers such as Debussy. Signup and view all the answers

What is a popular composition that everyone can identify with?

'Fanfare for the Common Man'. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of sound does Libby like to inject in her music?

Synthesized sound. Signup and view all the answers

When was Libby Larsen born?

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What was a famous composition she wrote that captures the raw energy of nineteenth century life in the untamed West?

'The Settling Years'. Signup and view all the answers

What piece of music did the United States Air Force Band and the Singing Sergeants commission her to write for them?

'Coming to Town'. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of mission did Hogan have?

To continue the African American choral tradition by skillfully arranging heritage materials for choirs of all ages. Signup and view all the answers

What type of music does the Moses Hogan Chorale sing?

Gospel/spiritual tradition. Signup and view all the answers

Hogan shared what composer's appreciation of American folk music?

Aaron Copland. Signup and view all the answers

What were the years of Hogan's life?

1957-2003. Signup and view all the answers

What popular artists have recorded songs written by Diane Warren?

Aerosmith, Toni Braxton, Gloria Estefan, Celine Dion, and Rod Stewart. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Music Composition and Terms

Composition: The art of arranging sounds to produce a musical piece.
Hook: An engaging musical phrase in a song, often synonymous with the song's title.
Modulation: A shift in the key of a piece of music.
Fanfare: A brief, flashy tune for brass instruments used to honor prominent individuals or announce significant events.
Synthesizer: An electronic instrument with a keyboard that generates a wide variety of sounds.

Diane Warren

Nicknamed "The Hit Machine" for her prolific songwriting ability.
Wrote the popular song "How Do I Live," performed by Leanne Rimes.
Received a Hollywood Walk of Fame star for her contributions as a songwriter.
Authored 73 songs specifically for television shows and films.

George Gershwin

Composed diverse works, including popular songs, Broadway musicals, and concert music.
His brother provided lyrics for his compositions.
Ethel Merman gained fame for performing Gershwin's song "I Got Rhythm."
Created notable pieces such as "Rhapsody in Blue" and "An American in Paris."
Celebrated for writing the most American opera, "Porgy and Bess."

Copland and Influences

Aaron Copland lived from 1900 to 1990, known for his impactful compositions.
Early works were influenced by French composers, particularly Debussy.
"Fanfare for the Common Man" is a well-recognized and popular piece.

Libby Larsen

Born in 1950, she integrates synthesized sounds into her music.
Composed "The Settling Years," reflecting the energy of 19th-century life in the American West.
Commissioned by the United States Air Force Band for the piece "Coming to Town."

Moses Hogan

Aimed to preserve African American choral traditions by arranging heritage materials for diverse choirs.
His chorale focuses on the gospel/spiritual music tradition.
Shared an appreciation for American folk music similar to that of Aaron Copland.
Lived from 1957 to 2003, contributing significantly to choral music.

Notable Artists

Many songs have been recorded by various renowned artists, including Aerosmith, Toni Braxton, Gloria Estefan, Celine Dion, and Rod Stewart.

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Test your knowledge on key musical concepts with these flashcards from Chapter 8. Learn about important terms such as composition, hook, modulation, and fanfare, enhancing your understanding of music theory.