Music Theory Flashcard

Front

What is a short, repeated musical phrase used as a background for a soloist called?

Back

Riff

Front

What is a brass instrument very similar to the trumpet but possesses a darker sound?

Back

Flugelhorn

Front

What is the sound or act of playing two or more melodies simultaneously?

Back

Counterpoint

Front

What is a grouping of instruments that provide the rhythmic and harmonic structure in a band or orchestra, usually the drums, bass, and piano called?

Back

Rhythm section

Front

What is a style of playing piano where the left hand covers wide distances while the right hand plays melodies called?

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Stride

Front

The melody statement of a jazz piece is known as:

Back

Head

Front

Contrasting rhythms played simultaneously are referred to as:

Back

Polyrhythm

Front

A song from played to completion, with improvisation during solos is known as:

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Head arrangement

Front

A style of jazz based on Greek scales known as modes is called:

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Modal jazz

Front

A family of instruments generally played by striking with hands, sticks, or mallets is known as:

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Percussion