Questions and Answers
What characteristic of Paco de Lucía contributed significantly to his international recognition?
His skill on the flamenco guitar, characterised by a unique technique and speed
What is the etymological meaning of the word 'folk' and what does it represent in the context of music?
It derives from the German word 'volk', meaning 'the people', and folk music is rooted in the traditions of rural communities.
What is the specialty of the group Milladoiro and which instruments are characteristic of their musical fusion?
They fuse traditional Galician music with contemporary elements, using the bagpipe and the hurdy-gurdy.
What is the name of Bedřich Smetana's most known opera?
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How many symphonic poems are in Bedřich Smetana's cycle 'My Homeland'?
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What health problem was Bedřich Smetana dealing with?
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Which instrument is unique to Slovakia?
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Who were the first creators of the folk dance?
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What is the most famous folk ensemble presenting traditional folklore?
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What Finnish artist/band have won the Eurovision?
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Who was working as a coach for The Voice of Germany?
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Study Notes
Flamenco Music
- Paco de Lucía's virtuosic guitar playing and fusion of flamenco with other styles contributed significantly to his international recognition.
Folk Music
- The etymological meaning of the word 'folk' is "people" or " tribe", representing traditional music and cultural heritage of a community.
Milladoiro
- Milladoiro is a Galician music group specializing in folk-rock fusion, characterized by the use of traditional instruments such as the gaita (bagpipe), bombo legüero, and pandeiro.
Bedřich Smetana
- Bedřich Smetana's most known opera is "The Bartered Bride".
- His cycle 'My Homeland' consists of six symphonic poems.
- Smetana struggled with deafness, a significant health problem.
Traditional Instruments
- The fujara, a long shepherd's flute, is a unique instrument to Slovakia.
Folk Dance
- The first creators of the folk dance were peasants and common people.
Folk Ensemble
- The most famous folk ensemble presenting traditional folklore is the Slovak Folk Ensemble (SĽUK).
Eurovision
- Lordi, a Finnish rock band, won the Eurovision Song Contest in 2006.
The Voice of Germany
- Till Brönner worked as a coach for The Voice of Germany.
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