"Three Little Birds" - Listening Tasks

In this section, we hear a repeated melody idea. Which term do we use for a short repeating melody idea?

• Syncopation

• Riff

• Structure

• Bottle Neck Slide

What is the tempo of "Three Little Birds"?

• Fast

• Slow

• Moderate

• Very Slow

On the lyrics "Dont worry..", Bob Marley is singing the main tune(melody). Other singers are also singing against the main melody. In music, this is known as _______.

• Rhythm

• Timbre

• Harmonising

• Tempo

What instrument is responsible for the steady rhythmic pulse in "Three Little Birds"?

• Keyboard

• Drumkit

• Lead Electric Guitar

• Bass Guitar

Which element Is most noticeable in the keyboard chords playing in "Three Little Birds"?

• Melody

• Harmony

• Off Beat (Skank)Rhythms

• Dynamics

What are the dynamics used in "Three Little Birds"?

• Loud Throughout

• Soft Throughout

• Mainly soft but consistent

• Consistently changing between loud and soft

The message of the lyrics in "Three Little Birds" can be described as............................

• Angry and rebellion

• Cheerful and reassuring

• Serious and emotional

• Sad and regretful