Year 10 GCSE Music HT1 Wk 2

What is the definition of "PIZZICATO"?

• Playing technique for string instruments which means to play with the bow

• Playing technique for string instruments which means to pluck the strings (short sound)

• Playing technique for string instruments which means to play the bow very fast

• How we play a note, e.g., short, smooth, or accented

What does "TREMLO" mean in music?

• Playing technique for string instruments which means to pluck the strings

• Playing technique for string instruments which means to play the bow very fast – quivering sound

• How we play a note, e.g., short, smooth, or accented

• When notes are played smoothly

What does "ARTICULATION" refer to in music?

• Playing technique for string instruments which means to play with the bow

• How we play a note, e.g., short, smooth, or accented

• When a note is emphasised/slightly louder

• When notes are played smoothly

What does an "ACCENT" mean in music?

• When notes are played smoothly

• When a note is emphasised/slightly louder

• When notes are extra short

• When notes are played to the very full value

What does "STACCATO" mean in music?

• When notes are played smoothly

• When notes are extra short

• When notes are played to the very full value

• When a note is emphasised/slightly louder

What does "TENUTO" mean in music?

• When notes are played smoothly

• When notes are extra short

• When notes are played to the very full value

• When a note is emphasised/slightly louder

What is a "CHOIR"?

• High female singer

• Low female singer

• Musical group (ensemble) for singers

• Playing technique for string instruments

Which term describes playing a string instrument by plucking the strings?

• Arco

• Pizzicato

• Tremolo

• Tenuto

Which term means that notes are extra short?

• Accent

• Slur

• Staccato

• Tenuto

Which group would a soprano and alto voice most likely be part of?

• Orchestra

• Choir

• Band

• Quartet