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100

What are the two main groups of black and white keys found on a piano?

White keys and black keys.

100

Which singer is known for songs such as "Shake It Off" and "Cruel Summer"?

Taylor Swift

100

Which instrument has 88 keys?

Piano

100

Name three place where you regularly hear music.

  • Shops
  • Movies
  • Sporting events
  • Cars
  • Social media
100

True or False: Everyone can improve their musical skills with practice.

True

200

What do we call a pattern of beats in music?

Rhythm

200

Which Australian singer performed "Dance Monkey"?

Tones and I

200

Which instrument has six strings and is commonly used in rock music? 

Guitar

200

Why do movies use background music?

To create mood and emotion

200

Which body part do we use to hear music?

Ears

300

What do we call how fast or slow a piece of music is?

Tempo

300

Which artist is known as the "King of Pop"?

Michael Jackson

300

Which instrument belongs to the brass family?

A) Trumpet

B) Violin

C) Flute

Trumpet

300

Name two ways music can positively affect your wellbeing.

  • Helps you relax
  • Improves mood
  • Reduces stress
  • Increases motivation
300

What device was commonly used to listen to music before smartphones?

  • iPod
  • MP3 player
  • CD player
  • Radio
400

What do we call a group of people who sing together?

A choir.

400

Which Australian band performed "Down Under"?

Men at Work

400

Name one instrument from each family:

  • Strings
  • Percussion
  • Woodwind


  • Strings: Violin
  • Percussion: Drums
  • Woodwind: Flute
400

Why do sports teams play music before games?

To build energy, excitement and motivation.

400

What do we call a person who writes music?

A composer

500

Name three elements of music.

R

  • hythm
  • Tempo
  • Pitch
  • Dynamics
  • Texture
  • Timbre
  • Structure
500

Name five Australian music artists.

  • Tones and I
  • Sia
  • Guy Sebastian
  • The Kid LAROI
500

Which instrument keeps the beat in many bands? 

Drums

500

Explain why different people enjoy different types of music.

People have different experiences, cultures, personalities and preferences.

500

What is the most commonly sung song in the world?

Happy Birthday to you

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