Elements of Music
The volume of music
What are dynamics?
Generally only instrumental music, usually played by a full orchestra
Song example: 5th Symphony
What is Classical?
This percussion instrument is named after its shape
What is the triangle?
This singer famously wore a dress made out of meat, and later went on to star in "A Star is Born"
Who is Lady Gaga?
A group of people playing violin, viola, cello, and bass is called this
What is an Orchestra?
The speed of music
What is tempo?
Billboard top 100 songs, often what is playing in stores
Song example: Timber
The instrument Squidward plays
What is the clarinet?
This singer is on tour right now, she coined the term "Brat Summer"
Who is Charli XCX?
Name that song:
What is Jaws?
One note at a time in succession. Usually musically pleasing
What is melody?
Started getting big in the 60s and 70s. Uses electric guitar and electric bass, lots of drums
Song example: Thunderstruck
What is Rock?
The biggest brass instrument
What is the tuba?
Often called the queen of pop, this singer has been a controversial subject since she recently released a country album, she is known for her dancing and has performed at the Super Bowl
Who is Beyoncé?
This is the job of the person who directs an orchestra or band
What is a conductor?
Multiple notes at a time
What is harmony?
Usually uses acoustic guitar instead of electric, songs are about every day life, especially heartbreak
Song example: I've got friends in low places
What is country
It's a type of flute, but smaller and higher
What is the piccolo?
Band of four British men who started their band in 1956
Who are the Beatles?
Finish this line:
Hey I just met you and ______ ______ _______
___ ______ ___ __________
___ _____ ___ _______
This is crazy,
But here's my number
so call me maybe
How we describe the qualities of an instrument or voice
What is timbre?
Upbeat and exciting rhythms, lots of brass instruments, heavy drum use
Song example: Sell Out
What is Ska?
This instrument looks similar to the clarinet, however it has two reeds and can sound like a duck at times.
What is the oboe?
This singer has multiple themed restaurants, a themed cruise, and a themed retirement community. He died last year.
Who is Jimmy Buffet?
Sing and dance to the YMCA
It's fun to stay at the YMCA
It's fun to stay at the YMCA