Popular Music In The Americas Test

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    African musical retentions in the united states:

    • Contributes to the development of the modern violin
    • Remain dominant components of american popular music
    • Are dominated by traditional african instruments
    • Are rarely found in popular music today
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Explore the roots and evolution of popular music in the Americas, focusing on influences from British-Protestant colonists, African musical retentions, and early European music. Understand key contributions by figures like Stephen Foster and the role of shape note singing.

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  • 2. 

    The british-protestant slave-holding colonist influenced music in america by:

    • Banning drumming among slaves

    • Allowing work songs to be sung if it helped get work done

    • Forcing slaves to attend church and learn european hymns

    • All of these choices

    Correct Answer
    A. All of these choices
    Explanation
    The British-Protestant slave-holding colonists influenced music in America by implementing various measures. They banned drumming among slaves, as it was seen as a form of communication and potential rebellion. However, they allowed work songs to be sung if it helped in completing tasks efficiently. Additionally, slaves were forced to attend church and learn European hymns, which further shaped the music culture in America. Therefore, all of these choices played a role in the influence of British-Protestant slave-holding colonists on American music.

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  • 3. 

    Vernacular tradition

    Correct Answer
    music as a part of everyday life
    Explanation
    The term "vernacular tradition" refers to the cultural practices and expressions that are passed down through generations within a specific community or region. In this context, "music as a part of everyday life" can be seen as an example of vernacular tradition, as it represents the way music is integrated into the daily lives of people within a particular community. This suggests that music is not just a form of entertainment or art, but rather an integral part of their cultural identity and social fabric.

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  • 4. 

    Stephen foster

    • Hymns and patriotic songs

    • Minstrelsy

    • Tin pan alley

    • Parlor songs

    • Band music

    Correct Answer
    A. Minstrelsy
    Explanation
    Minstrelsy refers to a form of entertainment popular in the 19th century, characterized by white performers in blackface makeup imitating African American music, dance, and culture. Stephen Foster, a renowned American songwriter, was heavily influenced by minstrelsy and composed many songs in this style. While he also wrote hymns, patriotic songs, parlor songs, and band music, his association with minstrelsy is significant and notable in his body of work.

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    John philip sousa

    • Hymns and patriotic songs

    • Minstrelsy

    • Tin pan alley

    • Parlor songs

    • Band music

    Correct Answer
    A. Band music
    Explanation
    John Philip Sousa was a famous American composer and conductor known for his contributions to band music. He is often referred to as the "March King" because of his numerous marches that became iconic in American culture. Sousa's compositions were primarily focused on band music, which includes military marches, concert marches, and other instrumental pieces performed by brass and woodwind instruments. Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "band music."

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  • 6. 

    Subordinate culture

    Correct Answer
    without access to money or power
    Explanation
    The term "subordinate culture" refers to a group or community that lacks the resources and influence associated with money or power. This means that they do not have the financial means or the ability to exert control or authority over others. Therefore, the answer "without access to money or power" accurately describes the condition of a subordinate culture.

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    Shape note singing is best described as a:

    • Way of encouraging voices to blend together by emphasizing bel canto singing

    • A style of parlor song singing

    • Style ofd singing that emphasized the pronunciation of clear vowels and consonants

    • Simplified form of musical notation where different shapes represent different pitches

    Correct Answer
    A. Simplified form of musical notation where different shapes represent different pitches
    Explanation
    Shape note singing is a style of music that uses a simplified form of musical notation. In this style, different shapes are used to represent different pitches. This form of notation was developed to make it easier for people to read and sing music, particularly in religious settings. The shapes help singers quickly identify the pitch of each note and blend their voices together in harmony. This style of singing is not focused on emphasizing bel canto singing or pronunciation of clear vowels and consonants, nor is it specifically a style of parlor song singing.

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  • 8. 

    William billings

    • Hymns and patriotic songs

    • Minstrelsy

    • Tin pan alley

    • Parlor songs

    • Band music

    Correct Answer
    A. Hymns and patriotic songs
    Explanation
    The given answer, "hymns and patriotic songs," refers to a specific genre of music that William Billings is associated with. Billings was a prominent composer during the American colonial period and is known for his compositions of religious hymns and patriotic songs. His works were often performed in churches and public gatherings, reflecting the religious and patriotic sentiments of the time. This genre of music played a significant role in shaping the cultural and musical landscape of early America.

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    Name one reason that ASCAP was formed.

    Correct Answer
    to award great musicians and composers for their work
  • 10. 

    Historians believe that the earliest european music played in north america included:

    • Christian church music

    • Plantation songs

    • Parlor songs and folk songs

    • Opera

    Correct Answer
    A. Christian church music
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Christian church music. Historians believe that the earliest European music played in North America included Christian church music because the first European settlers in North America were primarily religious groups, such as the Puritans and the Pilgrims, who brought their religious traditions and music with them. Christian church music played a significant role in the early development of music in North America, influencing later musical styles and genres.

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  • 11. 

    What did stephen foster call his  version of minstrel show songs?

    • Pleasure garden songs

    • Bay psalms book

    • Broadside ballads

    • Ballad collections by cecil sharp and francis james child

    Correct Answer
    A. Pleasure garden songs
    Explanation
    Stephen Foster called his version of minstrel show songs "pleasure garden songs".

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  • 12. 

    Who was theodor adorno?

    Correct Answer
    he was a german who studied music. he was a harsh critic of poplar music he thought popular music didnt challenge listener...best known for being the first to study popular music.
    Explanation
    Theodor Adorno was a German scholar who studied music. He gained recognition for his harsh criticism of popular music, as he believed that it did not challenge the listener intellectually. Adorno is best known for being the first scholar to extensively study popular music.

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  • 13. 

    What is ethnic novelty song?

    Correct Answer
    a song done copying or imitating another ethnic group. like coon songs
    Explanation
    The correct answer explains that an ethnic novelty song is a song that copies or imitates another ethnic group, similar to coon songs. This suggests that ethnic novelty songs often incorporate elements of different cultures or mimic the musical styles and themes associated with specific ethnic groups.

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  • 14. 

    Hybridity

    Correct Answer
    two or more cultures of music blending together and using characteristics of each other, and creating something new
    Explanation
    Hybridity refers to the process of blending two or more cultures of music together, incorporating and utilizing the characteristics of each culture to create something new and unique. This term is often used to describe the fusion of different musical genres or styles, resulting in a fresh and innovative sound that combines elements from multiple cultural backgrounds.

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