Detroit
This rapper is famous for his fast verses and grew up on 8 mile.
Eminem
What is the type of classical music called that typically involves a story being told completely through song? (Hint: the female singers are famous for singing loud high notes)
Opera
What was the last name of the famous jazz singer nicknamed, "Ol' Blue Eyes" and "Chainman of the Board?"
Frank S_____
Frank Sinatra
Musical term for the speed of music
Tempo
What are the 3 "specials" classes offered in elementary schools?
Music, Art, and Gym/PE
What is the record label famous for it's Hitsville USA studio which is now a museum in Detroit?
Motown Records
What is the name of the person who leads the orchestra? (Hint: there is also one on a train)
The conductor
What is the brass instrument played by Louis Armstrong and Miles Davis.
Trumpet
What term you give for the volume of a piece of music.
Dynamics
How many elementary schools are in the district?
9
This classic rock anthem features the line "Born and raised in South Detroit" although, South Detroit is really Canada...
Don't Stop Believin"
What is the major orchestra that plays in Detroit?
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra
What is the woodwind instrument famously played by Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and Sonny Rollins? It was invented relatively recently by a German man.
The saxophone
Name for a piece of music that highlights a specific instrument or vocalist
Solo
What are the names of the 4 middle schools in the district?
Warner, East, Power and STEAM
This type of electronic music was pioneered in Detroit in house parties.
Techno/EDM
Name the 4 type of string instruments typically found in an orchestra
Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass
Form of a song that is claimed to have been pioneered in Chicago. This type of music is also a color.
The Blues
Name the part of music that provides chords and a foundation for the melody of a piece of music
Harmony
What are the names of the 3 High Schools that were in the district prior to 2018? (one has closed)
Farmington, North Farmington, Harrison
Who was the Detroit-Born singer who was know as the Queen of Soul and had hits such as, "Respect" and "Say a Little Prayer"
Aretha Franklin
This Classical composer wrote the famous, "Ode to Joy" as part of his 9th Symphony. He was also deaf.
Beethoven
Guitar, Bass, Piano, Drums
Name the term used for playing a string instrument with a bow OR the term used for playing without a bow.
Pizzacato - without bow
Arco - with bow
What are the Mascots of North Farmington and Farmington High Schools?
North: Raiders
Farmington: Falcons