Rhythm
Staff Notes
Music Genres
Music & Emotions
100

How many beats are in a quarter note?

One

100

In treble clef the E is on what line

First

100

This genre gets its name because it is the short way to say "popular music."

What is pop

100

When a giant shark is swimming nearby in Jaws, the music goes "Dun-dun... dun-dun," which makes the audience feel this spooky emotion.

What is scared (or afraid)?

200

How many beats are in a quarter rest

One

200

In treble clef the F is on what line

Fifth

200

This superstar, known for her massive "Eras Tour," is currently the biggest name in pop music.

Who is Taylor Swift?

200

In the movie Inside Out, this blue character has a theme song played on a slow, lonely piano.

Who is Sadness?

300

How many beats are in a half note

Two

300

In treble clef the D is on what line

Fourth

300

This style of pop music from South Korea features synchronized dancing and groups like BTS and Blackpink.

What is K-Pop?

300

When a superhero like Superman or Spider-Man flies in to save the day, the music sounds loud, bright, and brassy to make you feel this way.

What is brave (or heroic/excited)?

400

How many beats does a eighth note get? 

Two sounds, one beat

400

In treble clef the A is on which space

Second

400

This 2019 smash hit by Lil Nas X blended pop music with country and rap.

What is "Old Town Road"

400

In Encanto, Mirabel sings "Waiting on a Miracle" in a slow tempo because she is feeling left out and this emotion.

What is sad (or lonely)?

500

How many beats are in this example  

Four

500

In treble clef the B is on what line

Third

500

Pop music often features this short, catchy part of a song that gets repeated and stuck in your head.

What is a chorus (or hook)

500

This is what filmmakers call the background music of a movie that is specifically designed to control the audience's feelings during a scene.

What is the score?