Halloween Spooky Style - Composing for the Piano

The video explores the theme of Halloween, discussing its origins and public perceptions. It introduces a special Halloween-themed arrangement of the Music Matters theme, using unique sounds and musical techniques like tritones and dissonance to create a spooky atmosphere. The video concludes with a performance of the Halloween music arrangement.

What is the historical origin of Halloween as mentioned in the video?

• An ancient Roman festival

• A modern American holiday

• An ancient Celtic festival

• A medieval European tradition

What special term was created for the Halloween-themed presentation?

• Spooktacular

• Spoke rozzo

• Hauntissimo

• Ghostly

Which instruments were mixed to create a spooky sound for the Halloween theme?

• Piano and violin

• Guitar and drums

• Flute and harp

• Brass and organ

What musical interval is used to create a spooky effect in the Halloween theme?

• Minor second

• Tritone

• Perfect fifth

• Major third

How are dissonant chords created in the Halloween theme?

• By playing chords in reverse

• By adding neighboring notes to major or minor chords

• By using only major chords

• By using only minor chords