1.
Buddy Holly had a distinctive vocal style, almost like a vocal "hiccup". What is this technique called?
Correct Answer
B. A glottal stop
Explanation
A melisma describes someone singing one syllable using more than one note - like the "Blue" in "Blue Moon". Christina Aguilera does it all the time!
You can hear Buddy Holly doing glottal stops in "That'll Be The Day" and "Peggy Sue".
2.
Holly was responsible for popularizing the ____________ __________________, especially in England.
Correct Answer
Fender Stratocaster
Fender Strat
Explanation
Holly's 1958 tour was for many fans the first time they had seen a Fender Stratocaster in action.
3.
The band experimented with their sound a lot, including how they mixed their songs. Which of the following did they NOT use?
Correct Answer
B. Applied different EQ and reverb FX to each track
Explanation
Double-tracked vocals in "Words of Love", one of the earliest successful examples in rock & roll.
"Peggy Sue" has range of dynamic and timbre on guitar that were usually reserved for instrumental records.
The technology would not have been available for them to use EQ and reverb FX on each track.
4.
Buddy Holly and the Crickets were very popular in England. The young people could identify with their sound because of the heavy use of rhythm guitar which fitted in with skiffle music. Skiffle music was British youth's most common introduction to playing music and also their way into rock & roll. What is skiffle music?
Correct Answer
C. A mix of blues, folk, country and jazz elements
Explanation
Skiffle music is a style of music that is a mix of blues, folk, country, and jazz elements. It was particularly popular among British youth as it served as their introduction to playing music and also their way into rock & roll. Buddy Holly and the Crickets, who were very popular in England, had a sound that resonated with young people because of the heavy use of rhythm guitar, which was a characteristic of skiffle music.
5.
At the time, artists were made to record in their label's own studio in a specific time alloted to them under strict union guidelines. How did Buddy Holly and the Crickets react to this?
Correct Answer
C. They broke the union rules and went to their manager's studio rather than their label's so that they could spend as long as they wanted getting the right sound.
Explanation
Buddy Holly and the Crickets reacted to the strict union guidelines by breaking the rules and going to their manager's studio instead of their label's. This allowed them to have unlimited time to perfect their sound.
6.
Did they write most of their own songs?
Correct Answer
A. Yes
Explanation
The correct answer is "Yes" because it implies that the individuals being referred to did indeed write most of their own songs.
7.
The group had an original sound which influenced the next wave of rock & roll; early British rock & roll and the subsequent British Invasion beat. What were the characteristics of this sound?
Correct Answer
C. The lead and rhythm guitars were closely interlocked, giving a fuller, harder timbre.
Explanation
The characteristics of the group's sound were that the lead and rhythm guitars were closely interlocked, giving a fuller, harder timbre. This means that the guitars were played in a way that they complemented each other and created a strong, rich tone. This unique approach to guitar playing influenced the next wave of rock & roll, as well as the early British rock & roll and the subsequent British Invasion beat.
8.
What was the "British Invasion" in the 60s?
Correct Answer
A. A term coined by the media to describe the influx of British performers (mainly rock & roll and pop) who became popular in America and Canada.
Explanation
The "British Invasion" in the 60s refers to the influx of British performers, particularly in the rock & roll and pop genres, who gained popularity in America and Canada. The media coined this term to describe the phenomenon of British musicians and bands, such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who, dominating the music scene and capturing the attention of American and Canadian audiences during this time.
9.
Little Richard merged gospel and....
Correct Answer
C. New Orleans R&B
Explanation
Little Richard merged gospel and New Orleans R&B. This combination of musical genres allowed him to create a unique sound that was influential in the development of rock and roll. New Orleans R&B, with its rhythmic and bluesy elements, provided a strong foundation for Little Richard's energetic and dynamic performances. By incorporating gospel music, he added a spiritual and emotional depth to his music. This fusion of styles helped shape the sound of early rock and roll and solidified Little Richard's place as one of its pioneers.
10.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of Little Richard's musical style?
Correct Answer
C. Flute riffs
Explanation
Little Richard's musical style is known for its exciting piano parts, extravagant vocal lines, a heavily accented back-beat, and funky saxophone grooves. However, flute riffs are not typically associated with his style.
11.
What was special about his vocal lines?
Correct Answer
A. He sometimes shouted, delivered his vocal lines at a fast speed and added trills, moans and screams.
Explanation
The special thing about his vocal lines is that he sometimes shouted, delivered them at a fast speed, and added trills, moans, and screams. This suggests that he had a dynamic and expressive singing style, incorporating various techniques to add intensity and emotion to his performances.
12.
Name a famous Little Richard hit.(By the way, there wasn't enough room in the answers option to add "Keep a Knockin'", "The Girl Can't Help It", "Slippin'" or "Slidin'", so don't put any of those for your answer)!!!!
Correct Answer
Tutti Frutti
Long Tall Sally
Good Golly, Miss Molly
Lucille
Jenny, Jenny
Explanation
The given correct answer includes the names of Little Richard's famous hits, which are "Tutti Frutti," "Long Tall Sally," "Good Golly, Miss Molly," "Lucille," and "Jenny, Jenny." These songs were all popular hits during Little Richard's career and contributed to his success as a rock and roll pioneer.