Instruments & Sound
What instrument family does the Piano belong to?
Strings
Which musical period came first? Baroque or Classical?
Baroque
Which genre originated from African American communities in the United States in the early 20th century?
Jazz
What is today's most used music streaming platform by number of users worldwide?
Spotify
What is the name of song 1?
Ode to Joy
Which 2 instrument families are most commonly used to play melodies in orchestras?
Strings and Woodwinds (brass acceptable with justification)
Which music period emphasized emotion and personal expression? Baroque, Classical, or Romantic period?
Romantic period
What genre is known for spoken or rapped vocals over a beat?
Hip-Hop/Rap
Why is music in ads often short?
Ads are short and need a quick impact.
What is the name of song 2?
Don't Stop Believing
2 instruments play the same note, but they sound different. What is this difference called?
Timbre (tone color)
Why did Romantic composers expand orchestra size?
To create greater contrast, emotion, and color
Which factor is more important in defining K-Pop? The language of the lyrics or the production system/artist identity?
Production System/Artist Identity
Why is silence used more carefully (usually) in films than in video games?
What is the name of song 3?
Shanghai Bund
Why do instruments need tuning?
To match pitch accurately with others
This wedding-famous piece is often thought to be by Bach, but was actually written by which Baroque composer?
Johann Pachelbel
Why is electronic music often associated with dance culture?
Strong steady beats and repetitive structures
Why is Pop music more commonly used in advertisements?
It is immediately recognizable and memorable.
What is the name of song 4?
It's been a Long, Long Time
Generally speaking, why are modern music producers using electronic instruments more than acoustic ones?
Because electronic instruments offer more control, flexibility, and efficiency in creating and shaping sounds.
Which music period focuses more on ornaments, decorations, and counterpoints?
Baroque
Why can 1 song belong to more than one genre?
Because genres are based on shared musical features, and songs can combine elements from different styles.
Why can video game music not be composed in the same way as film music?
Because video games are interactive, the music must adapt and react to the player's actions.
What is the name of song 5?
Layla