Section I
Which time signature does “cut-time” indicate?
2/2
To which family do MOST water instruments belong?
Percussion
Sirens are mythical creatures that cause individuals to
sail close to dangerous rocks
Which river is considered the Czech national river?
Vltava
The Beatles released "Rain" in response to
weather complaints
Which major key signature does NOT include any sharps or flats?
C major
Which musical genre features a soloist supported by an orchestra?
A concerto
Which musical technique best mimics the rippling of water for most listeners?
Arpeggio
What was the reputation of “boat people” before 1900?
They were seen as the descendants of traitors
What is the OLDEST national anthem?
"God Save the King" - national anthem of the United Kingdom
What is the longest duration symbol used in rhythmic notation?
The whole note
Shanties were sung PRIMARILY to
coordinate ship sailing activities
In the operatic world, a vocal solo is known a(n)
aria
Which aspect of the Yellow River has been the subject of debate over the centuries?
the location of its mouth
What does rain signify in Judaism?
God's approval
Out of rock, classical, hip hop, jazz, and electronic, which musical style primarily relies on improvisation?
Jazz
In which of the following settings would someone MOST likely hear incidental music?
In a theater
The term “scherzo” implies a(n)
fast tempo
To what does Xian Xinghai’s last name refer?
Meaning “Stars and Sea”, Xian Xinghai’s last name refers to the fact that he was born on a boat.
The composer (+100 pts if you can name the composer) of Children’s Corner wrote it for his
daughter Claude-Emma, nicknamed “Chouchou.” (composer's name is Claude Debussy)
The full name of the piano (pianoforte) derives from its ability to
perform numerous dynamic levels
When is “Lacrimosa” poetry sung?
At a funeral mass (usually Catholic; "lacrimosa" means "weeping")
How is a tremolo produced?
rapidly oscillating between two pitches
Which form do lullabies often use?
strophic form; diagrammed as a-a-a.
How is “Wade in the Water” similar to “Haul Away the Bowline”?
They are both sung a cappella.