New Musical Style in Mecca and Medina Quiz
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What is the possible origin of the name 'music' according to the myth mentioned?

  • Rome
  • Greece
  • Egypt
  • Persia (correct)

According to the myth, how many water wells came out of the desert when Moses hit the rocks?

  • 15
  • 10
  • 12 (correct)
  • 7

In which age did music flourish during the 'Jahiliah' period?

  • 600-800
  • 400-622
  • 500-622 (correct)
  • 200-500

Which civilizations influenced early musical practices according to the text?

<p>Neighboring civilizations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the specific function of the poet in relation to music, as highlighted in the text?

<p>Believed to have supernatural powers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which song genre had a narrative nostalgic character based on a repeated melodic phrase and was associated with male performers?

<p>'Al Huda' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the main factors that fostered the creation of a new musical style in Mecca and Medina?

<p>Presence of an aristocratic elite and urbanization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the cultivated aristocratic women in Mecca and Medina do to promote culture?

<p>Transformed their houses into cultural salons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did the performing musician have beyond music in the new musical style?

<p>Conversationalist and occasionally a poet (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did urbanization play a significant role in the emergence of new musical forms?

<p>It created a platform for cultural exchange and development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the most important patrons in Mecca and Medina who supported this new musical style?

<p>Cultivated aristocratic women (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of song is associated with a ritualistic context?

<p>Al Nawh (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the performers of music mentioned in the text?

<p>Al Qayan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of song is described as 'heavy and ornate'?

<p>Sinad (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Instruments depicted with the Qayan include all EXCEPT:

<p>Jank (type of harp) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of songs is intended for entertainment and amusement?

<p>Hazaj (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Caliph ruled right after Uthman?

<p>Ali (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What made Azza Al Maylah known as the 'Queen of Singers'?

<p>Her mastery of old Arab songs and Persian melodies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable characteristic of Jamila's music?

<p>Predominance of Persian art in the music (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was significant about Ibn Muhriz in relation to Azza Al Maylah?

<p>He was a student of Azza Al Maylah (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a defining feature of the new means of musical expression during that period?

<p>Sophistication in rhythm, melody, and instrumental accompaniment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What influence did the Qayans', a class of male singers taught by women, have on effeminate artists like Twais and Al Gharid?

<p>Their art exerted a considerable influence on them (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a distinguishing characteristic of artists from Al Hira?

<p>Predominance of Persian origins (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the conflicting tendencies that led to the creation of two camps: Ancients and Modernists?

<p>Use of new string instruments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Ibn Surayj, what are the qualities of a good singer?

<p>Accurate diction and grammar, melody enrichment, precise vocal control, and correct use of rhythmic modes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the new type of singing introduced by the Persian slave musician Nashit?

<p>Al Ghina’ al Mutqan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the centrality of the voice (sawt) in Arabian music according to Arab authors?

<p>Reflection of human soul's mysteries and feelings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the theologians of the time view the pleasure and sensuality derived from musical and poetic pleasures?

<p>Not endorsed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ibn Abi'l Dunya think about music and string instruments in his work 'Thamm Al Malahi'?

<p>Considers them unworthy pastimes that contribute to enhancing a life of pleasure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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