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What is the Chinese five-tone scale used in traditional Chinese music called?
What is the Chinese five-tone scale used in traditional Chinese music called?
- Zhu-gong-diao
- Yayue
- Xiao
- Wu-sheng (correct)
What type of Chinese vocal music is a narrative song about a romantic legend accompanied by drums?
What type of Chinese vocal music is a narrative song about a romantic legend accompanied by drums?
- Xiaoling
- Buddhist or Temple Music
- Folk Music
- Zhugongdiao (correct)
Which note in the Chinese scale corresponds to the affairs of the state?
Which note in the Chinese scale corresponds to the affairs of the state?
- Yu
- Shang
- Kung
- Chiao (correct)
Which instrument in Chinese instrumental music is a mouth organ with 17 bamboo pipes of different lengths?
Which instrument in Chinese instrumental music is a mouth organ with 17 bamboo pipes of different lengths?
In Chinese court music, which classification does 'Yayue' belong to?
In Chinese court music, which classification does 'Yayue' belong to?
What is the temple percussion instrument used in Confucian rituals called?
What is the temple percussion instrument used in Confucian rituals called?
What was the primary purpose of music according to Confucius?
What was the primary purpose of music according to Confucius?
What type of rhythm is commonly used in Chinese music?
What type of rhythm is commonly used in Chinese music?
What is the primary texture of Chinese vocal music?
What is the primary texture of Chinese vocal music?
Which scale is the basis for Chinese melodies?
Which scale is the basis for Chinese melodies?
What is the most famous legend concerning the origin of Chinese music?
What is the most famous legend concerning the origin of Chinese music?
What is the primary use of the Chinese tonal system?
What is the primary use of the Chinese tonal system?
