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What is the main scale used in Chinese melodies?
What is the main scale used in Chinese melodies?
- Minor scale
- Whole tone scale
- Five tone scale (correct)
- Major scale
Canto-pop is a form of Chinese traditional music.
Canto-pop is a form of Chinese traditional music.
False (B)
What is the term used for traditional Japanese music?
What is the term used for traditional Japanese music?
Hogaku
In Japan, the _____ is a traditional plucked string instrument.
In Japan, the _____ is a traditional plucked string instrument.
Match the following Japanese musical instruments with their type:
Match the following Japanese musical instruments with their type:
Which scale in Japanese music is associated with a hard mode or male scale?
Which scale in Japanese music is associated with a hard mode or male scale?
Flashcards
Five Tone Scale
Five Tone Scale
The primary musical scale used in Chinese music, featuring five distinct notes.
Hogaku
Hogaku
Traditional Chinese music, inspired by early Chinese and Buddhist influences. The term signifies the music associated with one's own homeland.
Vocal Style in Chinese Music
Vocal Style in Chinese Music
A vocal style of traditional Chinese music, known for its high register and performance by male singers.
J-pop
J-pop
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Gagaku Orchestra
Gagaku Orchestra
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Shakuhachi
Shakuhachi
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Study Notes
Music of China - Lesson 1
- The pentatonic scale is the primary scale used in Chinese melody.
- This scale consists of five tones.
- "LUS" refers to musical notes.
- The pentatonic scale in Chinese music includes notes Kung, Chih, Shang, Chiao, and Yu.
Vocal Forms
- Poetry is frequently delivered through chanting.
Vocal Style
- Male voices typically sing in a high register.
Musical Instruments of China
- The presentation does not list specific instruments. It only asks for them.
Mo Li Hua
- This is a traditional Chinese folk song.
Cantopop
- Cantopop is Cantonese popular music.
- Also includes Hong Kong pop.
Music of Japan - Lesson 2
Hogaku
- Hogaku translates to "music of one's homeland."
- It's traditional music influenced by early Chinese and Buddhist music.
Shimyo
- Shimyo are religious hymns sung by Buddhists.
- They are chants.
Different Scales in Japanese Music
- Yo-sen: A hard mode / male scale.
- In-sen: A soft mode / female scale.
J-Pop
- J-pop is Japanese pop music.
- It emerged in the 1990s.
Gagaku Orchestra
- Gagaku orchestras feature wind, string, and percussion instruments.
- It accompanies dance performances.
Sakura
- A famous Japanese folk song.
- Also known as the Cherry Blossom song.
Musical Instruments (Plucked Strings)
- Koto
- Biwa
- Shamisen
Musical Instruments (Wind)
- Shakuhachi
- Sho
- Hichiriki
- Ryuteki
Musical Instruments (Percussion)
- Kakko
- Tsuzumi
- Shimedaiko
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Explore the foundational elements of Chinese and Japanese music in this quiz. Learn about the pentatonic scale, traditional vocal styles, and key musical terms. Additionally, dive into concepts such as Cantopop and Hogaku to understand their cultural significance.
