Which pitches do some West African melodies use and why?
Which pitches do some West African melodies use and why?
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- In this lesson, we will learn the vocal part of the song "Kuku" and where it fits in the structure of the song. We will also explore how melody is used in some West African music.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Percussion instruments
Are only played with sticks
Cannot play a melody
Q2.
What is/are the main role/s of tuned percussion instruments ?
Melody
Melody and rhythm
Melody, harmony and rhythm
Q3.
Axatse, balafon, djembe, gankogui, sabar, talking drums are percussion instruments typically played in which continent?
Asia
Europe
South America
Q4.
What role might a balafon play in a West African ensemble?
Harmony
Melody
Q5.
How can you make the pitch of a rubber band higher?
Make the band looser
Play it louder
5 Questions
Q1.
Melody describes
Chords in a song
The rhythm of the song
Q2.
What is the definition of a diatonic scale?
A scale that is only used in West African music.
A scale that uses pitches outside of the key.
Q3.
What is the definition of a pentatonic scale?
A chord with 5 notes.
A melody with 5 notes.
Q4.
What other style is mentioned as also using the pentatonic scale in the lesson?
Classical
Rap
Q5.
How is melody used in some West African music?
Melodies are played on the percussion instruments.
West African melodies are sung only.