GCSE Music Revision - Rhythms of the World

What is the primary string instrument used in Palestinian music?

• Sitar

• Violin

• Guitar

• Oud

What is the rhythmic pattern in Palestinian music called?

• Wazn

• Raga

• Maqam

• Tala

In Palestinian music, what is the melody based on?

• Maqam

• Wazn

• Chords

• Harmony

Which of the following is NOT a feature of Palestinian music?

• Improvised melody

• Melisma in vocals

• Polyrhythmic texture

• Use of harmony

What language are the vocals in Palestinian music typically sung in?

• Turkish

• Arabic

• Greek

• Hebrew

Identify the instrument in this excerpt

• Oud

• Violin

• Horn

• Clarinet

What playing technique is the musician using in this excerpt?

• Vibrato

• Alberti bass

• Harmonics

• Pizzicato

What two ornaments are used in this melody?

• Trills

• Acciacaturas/grace notes

• Arabesques

• Glissandi

What tempo feature is commonly found within Israeli music

• Syncopation

• Accelerando

• Minor chords

• Rallentando

What instrument is playing the melody in this excerpt?

• Guitar

• Violin

• Accordion

• Bass guitar