Music Long Test

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of vocal music of Mindanao?

• throaty sound         

• fixed rhythm

• melismatic singing 

• uses tremolo

In Islamic music, the vocal aspect must overpower the instrumental. What does the given statement mean?

• Same volume for instrumental and vocal parts

• More emphasis on the vocal parts than the instrumental part.

• Musical accompaniment is required.

• A full band must sing the song.

Why is Mindanao music different from Luzon and Visayas folksongs?

• Because the Spaniards were not able to penetrate Mindanao during their era.

• Because Mindanao has a different set of instruments for their songs

• Because most recording companies are situated in Luzon and Visayas.

• Because their way of life is different.

Aside from rituals, which of the following is the other purpose of Islamic music?

• sports

• education

• entertainment

• birthdays

The paggabang are songs accompanied by a gabbang and byula. These songs are also said to be less serious in nature. What Islamic music tradition speaks of these practices?

• The melismatic style of singing.

• The vocal aspect must overpower the instrument.

• The delicate patterns of melody and rhythm.

• Songs for rituals must be sung in acapella while those for entertainment requires a musical instrument.

1.What kind of percussion instrument is the kulintang?  

• Drum

• hanged gong  

• gongs in a row

• large gong

What kind of instrument is gandang?

• drum 

• flute

• gong  

• hegalong

. What is the other term for agung of the Tausug people?

• bebendir  

• kudyapi    

• tungallan

• gandingan

Which of the following refers to a pair of four slim gongs?

• bebendir  

• kudyapi  

• tungallan 

• gandingan

Who among the following groups of people uses a sarimanok-shaped kulintang stand?

• Tausug

• Maranao    

• Maguindanaoan 

• Indonesian