Music in Everyday Life: Study Guide

What is the definition of Rhythm?

• Patterns of long and short sounds and silences.

• A type of musical instrument.

• The speed of a song.

• A famous composer.

What is the definition of Melody?

• A sequence of notes that is the 'tune' of the music.

• A type of musical instrument.

• A fast tempo in music.

• A group of people singing together.

What is the definition of Harmony?

• Two or more notes played/sung together.

• A single note played repeatedly.

• A fast tempo in music.

• The silence between musical phrases.

What is the definition of Timbre?

• The quality or 'color' of a sound (how instruments/voices sound different).

• The speed of the music or sound.

• The highest and lowest notes in a melody.

• The volume or loudness of a sound.

What is the definition of Tempo?

• The speed of the music.

• The loudness of the music.

• The type of instruments used.

• The melody of the song.

What is the definition of Dynamics?

• How loud or soft music is.

• The speed of the music.

• The type of instruments used.

• The key signature of the piece.

What is the definition of Genre?

• A category or style of music (pop, jazz, rock, classical, etc.).

• A musical instrument used in orchestras.

• A famous composer from the 18th century.

• A type of music notation.

What is the definition of Mood in music?

• How music makes us feel (happy, sad, excited, calm).

• The speed of the music (fast or slow).

• The instruments used in a song.

• The volume of the music (loud or soft).

What is the definition of Beat?

• The steady pulse in music.

• A type of musical instrument.

• A fast tempo in a song.

• A style of dance.

What is the definition of Form in music?

• The structure or pattern of a piece of music (ABA, verse-chorus).

• A type of musical instrument used in orchestras.

• The speed at which a piece of music is played.

• A specific genre of music such as jazz or rock.