Music History
Tell me three music genres that come from Latin America (outside of Mexico)
Reggaeton, cumbia, bachata, salsa, merengue, mambo, vallenato.. etc
A category of music that shares similar style, form, or content, such as jazz, classical, pop, or rock.
Which American singer-songwriter, known for her narrative songwriting and hits like "Love Story," "Shake It Off," and "Anti-Hero," became the first female artist to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year three times?
Taylor Swift
This Latin American singer is famous for revitalizing the bolero genre and is one of the best-selling Latin music artists of all time, with hits like “La Incondicional”
Luis Miguel
The words of a song
Lyrics
Which musical instrument, invented in the early 1700s, is known for its large keyboard and ability to play both soft and loud dynamics, making it popular in classical, jazz, and pop music?
Piano
To rehearse music or improve skills on an instrument.
Practice
Which Latin artist is recognized as the most streamed artist globally on platforms like Spotify as of 2024?
A) Peso Pluma
B) Shakira
C) Bad Bunny
D) Luis Miguel
Bad Bunny
Who is known as the "King of Pop," famous for songs like "Thriller" and "Billie Jean"?
Michael Jackson
A four-stringed wooden instrument played with a bow, known for its high pitch and expressive sound, commonly used in classical music, orchestras, and various musical genres.
Violin
Name two genres of Music that come from the United States
Country, gospel, jazz, hip-hop, blue... etc
A new version of a song that alters the original arrangement, often adding new elements or styles.
Which K-pop group, known for their choreography and global fanbase, made history by being the first all-South Korean act to top the Billboard Hot 100 with their single "Dynamite"?
BTS
Which famous band, known for hits like "Hey Jude" and "Let It Be," is often referred to as the "Fab Four"?
The Beatles
Refers to a song that has achieved significant commercial success, often characterized by high sales, widespread radio play, or strong streaming numbers.
Hit
What genre of music originated in the 1970s in the Bronx, New York, and combines rhythmic vocal style (rapping) with DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti art?
Hip Hop
The repeated part of a song that usually contains the main message.
Chorus
Which artist won the most Grammy Awards at the 2023 Grammy Awards, taking home a total of four trophies, including Album of the Year?
A) Lizzo
B) Beyoncé
C) Adele
D) Harry Styles
Harry Styles
This American singer and actor, often called the "King of Rock and Roll," revolutionized popular music in the 1950s with his energetic style and unique voice. Known for hits like "Hound Dog" and "Jailhouse Rock"
Elvis
To capture music or sound for playback later.
Record
What city in the United States is heavily associated with country music?
Nashville, Tennessee
To adjust an instrument to the correct pitch.
Tune
Which artist holds the record for the most Grammy wins of all time? (hint: woman from USA)
Beyonce
Which legendary pop icon, known for songs like "Like a Prayer" and "Vogue," is often referred to as the 'Queen of Pop' and is the best-selling female artist in music history?
Madonna
A new performance or recording of a song that was originally created by another artist.
Cover