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CSET Domain 2 Performing Arts Music

Subjects : cset, performing-arts, music
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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. A large section of a lengthy composition






2. 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






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






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






5. A drama - either tragic or comic - that sung to an orchestral accompaniment - Often based on biblical stories - Typically a large - scale composition with vocal soloists - a chorus - and orchestra






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






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






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






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






10. A work - usually identified by a number






11. The language system of writing music so the reader can see what is being communicated - Similar to using written words to communicate thoughts and ideas






12. (Staves) - A set of five horizontal lines and four spaces - This is where notes are positioned - The higher the note on a staff - the higher the pitch






13. The faster the ________ - the higher the pitch






14. String - woodwind - brass - and percussion






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






16. Formed by barlines (vertical lines on the staff) and contains a set number of beats as determined by the time signature






17. 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 -






18. Musical selections should be chosen based on the physical development of students' voices - Listening while singing should be encouraged to develop interpretive skills and understanding of the structure and elements of music






19. 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






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






21. System of writing music - came in the 12th century






22. 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






23. Opera (staged dramatic vocal music and entertainment) - orchestra - ballet - and sonata (solo instrument with accompaniment)






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






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






26. The treble clef for the higher range of notes - and the bass clef for the lower range of notes






27. String - woodwind - brass - percussion - keyboard - and electronic






28. Several notes sounded together






29. 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






30. Influence of blues (sorrowful black folk music) and jazz (roots in African rhythms and harmonies with modern instrumentation - improvisation - and syncopation) - Rock 'n' roll - R&B (rhythm and blues) - country - folk (cultural link - passed on by wo






31. The slower the vibration - the _____ the pitch






32. Two or more tones played simultaneously that support the melody and give music texture or mood - A group of notes that are played behind the melody






33. Refers to the unique sound and style of a composer - culture - country - or period in history - Compositions created around the same time period often have similar styles based upon the historical influences from that era






34. ABACA






35. The succession of notes arranged in an ascending order - 7 of the 12 pitches (tones) that create an octave in western music are named after the first 7 letters of the alphabet: A - B - C - D - E - F - and G - This sequence repeats itself over and ove






36. Even young children can experience elements of music through conducting speech chants - involving changes in tempo - dynamics - pitch - and so forth - Conducting fosters sensitivity to musical expression






37. 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






38. Use a double reed made of two pieces joined together






39. ABACABA






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






41. A major orchestral piece with solo voices and chorus






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






43. An ancient harp






44. Hearing a note and being able to reproduce it either vocally or with an instrument






45. A machine that helps musicians adjust rates of speed (tempi) for faster or slower beats






46. The combination of tones that produces a quality of tension






47. Music played by 1-20 performers






48. ABABA






49. An elaborate musical composition - many of which are between 20 and 45 minutes in length






50. 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






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