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CSET Domain 2 Performing Arts Music

Subjects : cset, performing-arts, music
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1. Includes any instrument that produces a sound when it is being hit - shaken - rubbed - or scraped - e.g. tambourine - maracas - castanets - claves - xylophone - timpani - cymbals - gong - triangle - bass drum - chimes - celesta - bells - wood block -






2. Octaves of 12 notes - also came in the 12th century






3. Based upon a short theme called a subject - The ____ subject contains both rhythmic and melodic motifs - The opening of the ____ is announced by one voice alone - A second voice then restates the subject - usually on a different scale - A third and t






4. Puccini (Italian) and his operas Madama Butterfly and La Boh






5. The pace of the beat - The speed at which a composer desires his musical composition to be performed - Measured by the number of beats per minute - The faster the _____ - the more beats per minute






6. Haydn - Mozart - and Beethoven






7. String instruments are usually played with a bow - but they may also be plucked (________)






8. Use a single reed made of one piece of wood






9. Symphonic poem (orchestral work that portrayed a story) and concert overture (e.g. - Rossini's William Tell). Emphasis was on the sonata and symphony - and included the introduction of dissonance to create emotion; featuring virtuoso performers






10. Ttwo other string instruments that are not considered part of the string section of the orchestra; they are often plucked rather than bowed






11. A type of German song






12. The pattern of musical movement through time - What makes music move and flow - Measured in units of time and organized by sets or patterns that can be repeated - The way sounds beat within different lengths and accents that combine into patterns






13. Produce low - rich sounds - large in size






14. These curvy - wooden - shaped bodies are the largest family of the orchestra - Strings stretch over the body and neck of the instrument and attach to small ornamental heads where they are tuned by turning pegs






15. Some of the mouthpieces are made up of a thin piece of wood - called a...






16. Make higher - pitched sounds - small in size






17. An instrumental ensemble composed of strings - woodwinds - brass - and percussion






18. The Church dominated society for most of the era (900 years); sacred music was the most prevalent (liturgical) - Musical notation originally consisted of just the pitch of the notes; notated rhythm was added at the end of the 12th century






19. The combination of tones that produces a quality of relaxation






20. The first beat of a bar is typically a _______ beat - It is typified by a waltz in 3/4 time






21. The unique tonal quality of a musical sound - The tone 'color' - It could be described as bright - shrill - brittle - or light; or it could be dull - harsh - forceful - or dark - makes one instrument sound different from another






22. If the tempo is fast - the mood of the music changes to reflect more...






23. Usually consists of four movements that are intended to stir up a wide range of emotions through contrasts in tempo and mood






24. When utilized as part of an orchestra - the ______________ are sometimes included in the percussion family - Often - when used as a solo instrument - they are referred to as the keyboard family






25. Traditionally made of wood - metal - plastic - or some combination thereof - These instruments consist of narrow pipes with an opening at the bottom end and a mouthpiece at the top (and holes throughout the pipe) - The smaller woodwinds play higher p






26. Students should compare their listening and playing exercises - Students should be encouraged to verbalize their musical analysis






27. Rhythm is a steady pulse (___) - but it can also have different kinds of ____s (i.e. - some stronger or longer)






28. ABACABA






29. Creating music






30. Vocal cords and musical instruments produce vibrations in the air; as the frequency of these vibrations change...






31. The faster the ________ - the higher the pitch






32. Moving to music is a learned skill that promotes acuity of perceptions - A wide range of music and modes should be used






33. Historical themes: spread of Christianity - development in Europe; the Crusades; the rise of universities; the influence of Islam; this was the longest period






34. A musical form whose main feature is the return of the main theme - which alternates with secondary themes






35. ABABA






36. Several notes sounded together






37. Polyphonic emphasis on harmony (in which two or more notes are sounded simultaneously as in a chord); sacred (liturgical - such as masses); secular (madrigals/songs)






38. Whether the pitch of a particular note is played in tune - sharp (higher) - or flat (lower)






39. An ancient harp






40. Produce sound through breath as the vibrations from the players' lips buzz against a metal - cup - shaped mouthpiece






41. Often associated with being part of a family - As in human families - the instruments are related to each other Instruments within a family are often manufactured from the same types of materials






42. Two or more melodic lines - appeared at the end of the 12th century






43. Music offers a valuable opportunity to build active listening skills - shape the cognitive and mental processes in children - enhance other subject areas - particularly visual art - form of therapy that offers a unique medium for self - expression






44. Tempo is an important component to change the expressiveness of character and ____ of the musical composition






45. Historical themes: the end of feudalism; a new concept of humanism; rediscovery of ancient Greek and Roman culture and ideals; art and music for their own sake; scientific advances; the age of patronage - Instrumental dance music developed: music and






46. Auditory skills - Translative skills - Creative skills - Performance skills - Singing - Playing instruments - Body movement - Conducting - Musical analysis






47. A rhythmic effect produced when the expected rhythmic pattern is deliberately upset






48. When you play several different notes at the same time on a piano - you are using harmony - You can change how music sounds by...






49. The structure of a song in which the first section of a simple ternary form is repeated






50. The symbol at the beginning of each staff indicating the pitch or the range of sounds that should be played







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