Blues/Jazz/Pop
Where did jazz first develop in the early 1900s?
New Orleans
Which musical element is most central to Funk as a genre?
Focus on groove with syncopated basslines
Which artist is known for modern lyricism and political commentary and won a Pulitzer Prize?
Kendrick Lamar
Which artist is best known for blending modern pop with strong electronic dance influences?
Lady Gaga
Which instrument is MOST commonly associated with traditional folk music?
Banjo
Which three musical influences helped shape early jazz?
Blues, Ragtime and African American traditions
What is a key characteristic of R&B groove elements?
Smooth basslines and a steady drum groove
What are the four core elements of Hip-Hop culture?
DJing, MCing, Breakdancing, Graffiti Art
Where did disco primarily emerge during the 1970s?
Nightclubs and dance clubs
Which artist is known for blending folk music with protest themes?
Bob Dylan
What is improvisation in jazz?
Making music up in the moment
Which feature best defines the “soulful” vocal style found in Soul music?
Emotional delivery with vibrato, growls, and vocal runs
What does “sampling” mean in hip-hop production?
Taking pieces of existing recordings to build new beats
Disco paved the way for which modern genres?
House, Techno, EDM, and Pop
Country music originally developed in which region?
In a typical pop song structure, which section usually delivers the main message and the most memorable musical idea?
Chorus
Which listening example best represents classic Soul?
Aretha Franklin-Respect
Which electronic music subgenre is known for uplifting club energy and a steady 4/4 beat?
House
Donna Summer and Giorgio Moroder helped push disco forward by introducing what?
Synth-driven production and electronic basslines
Which characteristic best describes folk music?
Simple melodies and acoustic instruments
Which element is MOST important in making a pop song feel memorable and catchy?
A strong melodic hook
Why is Stevie Wonder considered an important figure in Soul/R&B history?
He innovated groove and harmony through funky keyboard playing
When analyzing “flow” in a hip-hop song, what are you listening for?
The rhythm, pacing, and style of the rapper
What was one of the main cultural values promoted in disco clubs during the 1970s?
Community, acceptance, and inclusivity
Which country subgenre is known for fast tempos and instrumental skill?
Bluegrass