African Music & Culture

Where is the origin of all music?

• Europe

• Pangea

• Africa

• Northern America

How far back does music go in human history?

• 1400's

• 1250

• 1825

• Prehistoric times

What instrument family is predominant in the African music culture?

• Woodwind

• Percussion

• Brass

• String

Which characteristic is NOT one of African music?

• Utilizes technology

• Old

• Diverse

• Extensive

How do we know that music is as old as it is?

• Cave paintings/drawings and old instruments

• Someone wrote about it in their journal

• It's been documented on the internet

• Someone published a book back then about music

What is this instrument made out of?

• Wood

• Stalks of water reed

• Hollowed out animal horn

• Hollowed out femur bone

What is this instrument used for?

• Celebrations and gatherings

• Battle

• Hunting

• Animal slaughtering

What purpose do these drums have?

• To communicate

• While stories are told

• While lessons are being taught

• All of the above

What material DOESN'T make up this instrument?

• Wood

• Gourds/pumpkins

• Animal hair/string

• Corn cobs

What are the 3 purposes for traditional music in Africa?

• To invent new genres

• Communication among the community

• Telling stories to the community

• Teaching lessons to children