Btec Music Composing Assessment 1

Which of the following is NOT a common time signature in EDM?

• 4/4

• 3/4

• 2/4

In a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), what does MIDI stand for?

• Musical Instrument Digital Interface

• Music Integration Device Interface

• Music Information Digital Input

• Modular Instrument Digital Interface

What is the purpose of quantization in music production?

• To adjust the pitch of a note

• To align notes to a rhythmic grid

• To change the volume of a track

• To add reverb to an audio file

Which effect is commonly used to create a sense of space and depth in a mix?

• Distortion

• Reverb

• EQ

• Compression

In music composition, what does the term 'velocity' refer to?

• The pitch of a note

• The speed of a note

• The loudness of a note

• DThe duration of a note

What is a 'loop' in the context of music production?

• A repeated section of music

• A type of instrument

• A vocal effect

• A method of compressing audio

Which plugin would you use to correct the pitch of a vocal recording?

• Reverb

• Delay

• Auto-Tune

• Chorus

Which chord cannot be found in the C major scale?

• D minor (Dm)

• E minor (Em)

• F major (F)

• B major (B)

When crafting a soundtrack that embodies a triumphant victory, which combination of instruments would best convey a sense of conquest and celebration?

• Solo flute and acoustic guitar

• String quartet and soft piano

• Brass section and percussion

• Synthesizer and electric bas

When creating a theme song for a futuristic TV series, what unconventional sounds or instruments would you consider incorporating to enhance the sci-fi atmosphere, and why?

• Traditional orchestral instruments

• Synthesizers and electronic sounds

• . Acoustic guitar

• Drums and percussion