rhythm
What device helps musicians keep a steady beat?
A metronome.
What is the main tune of a song called?
Melody.
What string instrument usually has six strings and is common in rock music?
Guitar.
— Katy Perry
“I got the eye of the tiger…”
“…a fighter, dancing through the fire.”
Life gave me some lemons
But my Jesus, He be makin' lemonade, lemonade
What symbol represents silence in music?
A rest.
What word describes how fast or slow music is played?
Tempo.
Which brass instrument uses a slide instead of valves?
Trombone.
— Pharrell Williams
“Because I’m happy…”
“…clap along if you feel like a room without a roof.”
Then I hear Your reply
Bringing teardrops to my eyes
Saying I'm not alone
What do we call gradually getting louder?
Crescendo.
What is the overall feeling or emotion of a piece of music called?
Mood.
Which family includes drums, cymbals, and xylophones?
Percussion.
— OneRepublic
“Lately I’ve been…”
“…I’ve been losing sleep.”
I had to ask my Dad if it's okay to swing my bat at this
He said,
"Boy, if I pitch it, it's out of the park"
Moving so quick, it's like they stuck in park
What tells musicians how many beats are in each measure?
Time signature.
What do we call a group of notes played together?
A chord.
Which family includes flute, clarinet, and oboe?
Woodwinds.
— Bruno Mars
“Don’t believe me just…”
“…watch!”
And now I see Your blessings, see Your blessings every day
Thankful that Your kingdom's on the way
What do we call gradually getting softer?
Decrescendo (or diminuendo).
What are the five horizontal lines used to write music called?
The staff.
Which instrument family includes violin, viola, cello, and bass?
Strings.
— Imagine Dragons
“Pain! You made me a…”
“…believer.”
Sun is shining down on me
Birds are singing praise