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Samba Music Keywords Test 1

Total questions: 8

Worksheet time: 4mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
  1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

The emphasis on off-beats or weak beats to create a sense of surprise or groove. Found in jazz, funk, Latin, reggae, and classical music.

a)

Sambista

b)

Groove

c)

Syncopation

d)

Polyrhythm

2.
  1. 1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

A musical structure where a sings or plays a phrase, and a group or instrument answers. This is common in African, gospel, blues, jazz, and Latin music.

a)

Cyclic Rhythm

b)

Ostinato

c)

Call and response

d)

Improvisation

3.
  1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

A repeated rhythmic feel or pattern that makes music feel compelling and danceable. Common in funk, jazz, hip-hop, and Latin music.

a)

Sambista

b)

Groove

c)

Syncopation

d)

Polyrhythm

4.
  1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

The process of creating music spontaneously, without a fixed score. Musicians make up melodies, harmonies, or rhythms on the spot. This is essential in jazz, blues, rock, and world music.

a)

Cyclic Rhythm

b)

Ostinato

c)

Call and response

d)

Improvisation

5.
  1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

A repeated rhythmic pattern that continues throughout a piece or section of music. This is common in African drumming, Indian classical music, and minimalist compositions.

a)

Cyclic Rhythm

b)

Ostinato

c)

Call and response

d)

Improvisation

6.
  1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

A short, repeating musical pattern in melody, harmony, or rhythm. It provides a foundation for a piece and is common in Baroque music, minimalism, film scores, and African/Latin music.

a)

Cyclic Rhythm

b)

Ostinato

c)

Call and response

d)

Improvisation

7.
  1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

The simultaneous use of two or more contrasting rhythms. For example, playing triplets against straight eighth notes. This is a key feature in West African drumming, jazz, and Latin American music.

a)

Sambista

b)

Groove

c)

Syncopation

d)

Polyrhythm

8.
  1. Match the following definition with the correct keyword.

A composer, musician or dancer specializing in Samba, a Brazilian music and dance style with strong rhythmic drive and African influences.

a)

Sambista

b)

Groove

c)

Syncopation

d)

Polyrhythm