Quiz 9 - Em - Electronica
Quiz on week 9 material.
Questions and Answers
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Electronica grew out of the long history of experimental electronic music, and is especially associated with the rise of home studios and home computers (not always chart-targeted)
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Electronica emerged as a genre influenced by experimental electronic music and became closely linked to the increasing popularity of home studios and home computers. Unlike other genres, electronica was not always focused on achieving chart success. Therefore, the statement that electronica grew out of experimental electronic music and is associated with the rise of home studios and home computers is true.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who coined the term "Ambient Music" and wrote Music for Airports (1978)
- A.
Tom Jenkinson
- B.
Brian Eno
- C.
Gordon Mumma
- D.
Hans "The Hulk" Humperdinck
Correct Answer
B. Brian EnoExplanation
Last guy doesn't exist. Also, Brian Eno is not the sole originator of the actual musical style.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Ambient Music can be traced back many decades to compositions such as Furniture Music (1920). Who wrote this piece?
- A.
Edgard Varèse
- B.
Igor Stravinsky
- C.
Eric Satie
- D.
Maurice Ravel
Correct Answer
C. Eric SatieExplanation
Eric Satie is the correct answer because he is known for his composition called "Furniture Music" which was created in 1920. Satie was a French composer and pianist who was associated with the early 20th-century avant-garde movement. His innovative and experimental approach to music, including his use of repetitive and minimalist techniques, influenced the development of ambient music. Satie's "Furniture Music" was intended to be played in the background, creating a calming and atmospheric atmosphere, which aligns with the characteristics of ambient music.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Towards the end of the 1980s, ambient music came to be associated with ...
- A.
Chill-out areas in clubs
- B.
Pubs
- C.
Blockbuster films
- D.
Fancy Japanese toilets
Correct Answer
A. Chill-out areas in clubsExplanation
The Japanese toilets more often play Western classical music, such as Mendelssohn or MozartRate this question:
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- 5.
Write down the abbreviation of the genre emerging in the early 1990s, describing a "sophisticated" form of music often reliant on individualistic experimentation. The term was quite soon repudiated by the Warp press office (although it actually emerged from discussions about an electronic music compilation released by Warp Records), and it has been criticised by artists such as Aphex Twin.
Correct Answer
IDMExplanation
(= Intelligent Dance Music)Rate this question:
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What is the name of the electronic music duo signed to Warp Records, known for the song "Fold 4, Wrap 5"?
- A.
Aphex Twin
- B.
Radiohead
- C.
Sachiko M
- D.
Autechre
Correct Answer
D. AutechreExplanation
Autechre is the correct answer because they are an electronic music duo signed to Warp Records. They are known for their song "Fold 4, Wrap 5." Aphex Twin, Radiohead, and Sachiko M are not the correct answers as they are not associated with the song or the record label mentioned.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Bassist and producer Tom Jenkinson represents the "virtuosity craze" of electronic listening music (studio virtuosity, "war of the weirdest effects" etc.) What's his performing pseudonym?
- A.
Acid Man
- B.
Brother Louie
- C.
Squarepusher
- D.
Squashpusher
Correct Answer
C. SquarepusherExplanation
Tom Jenkinson's performing pseudonym is Squarepusher. This is evident from the statement that he represents the "virtuosity craze" of electronic listening music, which aligns with Squarepusher's reputation for his technical skills and experimental approach to music production.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Write down the term used to describe music made by taking one or more existing audio recordings and change them in some way to make new compositions!
Correct Answer
plunderphonicsExplanation
Plunderphonics is the term used to describe music that is created by taking one or more existing audio recordings and altering them in some way to create new compositions. This involves manipulating and recontextualizing the original sounds to create something new and unique. Plunderphonics often involves sampling, remixing, and repurposing existing music to create innovative and transformative works of art.Rate this question:
- 9.
John Oswald released an album called "Plunderphonics" (1989), obviously being very open about his use of "stolen music". However, he actually got away with it, and was able to sell records freely.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Following legal actions, all undistributed copies were destroyedRate this question:
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- 10.
What five-letter word is being described? "Extreme music/soundscapes usually predicated on sensation overload"
Correct Answer
noiseExplanation
The given description states that the word being described is related to extreme music or soundscapes that are based on sensation overload. The word "noise" fits this description as it refers to a loud, unpleasant, or chaotic sound. Noise in music can be characterized by its dissonance, distortion, and overwhelming nature, which aligns with the notion of extreme music or soundscapes predicated on sensation overload.Rate this question:
- 11.
One form of noise music is especially associated with the band Throbbing Gristle (1976, onwards). Which one?
- A.
Krautrock
- B.
Drone
- C.
Fluxus
- D.
Industrial Music
Correct Answer
D. Industrial MusicExplanation
Industrial music is the correct answer because it is specifically associated with the band Throbbing Gristle. Throbbing Gristle is considered one of the pioneers of industrial music, a genre that emerged in the 1970s and is characterized by its experimental and confrontational nature. The band's use of unconventional instruments, harsh electronic sounds, and controversial lyrics helped define the industrial music genre. Throbbing Gristle's influence on industrial music has been significant, making it the most fitting answer to the question.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The most famous noise precedent is undoubtly The Art of Noise, a futurist music manifesto from 1913. It describes an artistic philosophy, heralding and celebrating noise as the future of music. Who wrote it?
- A.
Gino Severini
- B.
Giacomo Balla
- C.
Luigi Russolo
- D.
Umberto Umberto
Correct Answer
C. Luigi RussoloExplanation
Luigi Russolo wrote The Art of Noise, which is a futurist music manifesto from 1913. The manifesto discusses the concept of noise as an artistic philosophy and celebrates it as the future of music.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Another precedent is the composition Symphony of Factory Sirens, performed in Baku in 1922. It was written by the American George Antheil.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
All is true apart from the composer. His was a Russian - Arseny AvraamovRate this question:
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- 14.
Iannis Xenakis is associated with experiments in sound and noise collages. He wrote a piece called Bohor (1966) for a well-known pioneer within electronic music, who hated it. Who did he write it for?
- A.
Stockhausen
- B.
Cage
- C.
Schaeffer
- D.
Varèse
Correct Answer
C. SchaefferExplanation
Iannis Xenakis wrote the piece Bohor (1966) for Pierre Schaeffer, a well-known pioneer within electronic music. However, Schaeffer hated the piece.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which of the following is not a piece associated with the use of feedback?
- A.
Hornpipe (1967) - Gordon Mumma
- B.
The Wolfman (1964) - Robert Ashley
- C.
Noah (1965) - Walter (later Wendy) Carlos
- D.
Metal Machine Music (1975) - Lou Reed
Correct Answer
C. Noah (1965) - Walter (later Wendy) CarlosExplanation
The question asks for a piece that is not associated with the use of feedback. Feedback is a technique commonly used in electronic music to create a loop of sound where the output is fed back into the input. Hornpipe (1967) by Gordon Mumma, The Wolfman (1964) by Robert Ashley, and Metal Machine Music (1975) by Lou Reed are all known for their experimental use of feedback. However, Noah (1965) by Walter (later Wendy) Carlos is not typically associated with the use of feedback, making it the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Noise has often been seen as a contrast to music - "the other" - something disturbing the status quo.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that noise is often considered as the opposite of music and disrupts the established order. This implies that noise is perceived as something disruptive or unpleasant in comparison to music, which is generally seen as harmonious and enjoyable. Therefore, the statement is true as it reflects the common perception of noise as a contrast to music.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Write down the name of the Japanese artist (born 1956) who is seen as maybe the most important pioneer of noise music
Correct Answer
MerzbowExplanation
Merzbow is the correct answer to the question. Merzbow, born in 1956, is a Japanese artist who is widely regarded as one of the most significant pioneers of noise music. His experimental and avant-garde approach to music, characterized by harsh and extreme sounds, has had a profound influence on the genre. Merzbow's extensive discography and relentless exploration of noise aesthetics have solidified his status as a key figure in the development and popularization of noise music.Rate this question:
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What is the name of the free improvisation, Japanese style of music, which emerged in the late 1990s out of genres such as japanoise, industrial music and techno? (Sachiko M and Toshimaru Nakamura are pioneers)
- A.
Onkyokei
- B.
Okinawa
- C.
Enka
- D.
Karaoke
Correct Answer
A. OnkyokeiExplanation
Onkyokei is the correct answer because it is the name of the free improvisation, Japanese style of music that emerged in the late 1990s. It was influenced by genres such as japanoise, industrial music, and techno. Sachiko M and Toshimaru Nakamura are considered pioneers of this genre.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Write down the name of the early, mid-1990s genre that "adheres to an aesthetic of failure". Error-proneness is an advantage in this style.
Correct Answer
glitchExplanation
Glitch is the correct answer because it refers to a genre in the early, mid-1990s that embraces the concept of failure as an aesthetic. In this style, errors and mistakes are seen as advantageous, adding a unique and unpredictable element to the artistic expression. Glitch art often involves intentionally corrupting or manipulating digital media to create visually striking and unconventional results.Rate this question:
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Which of the following artist/band is/are not associated with glitch?
- A.
Oval (Germany)
- B.
Yasunao Tone (Japan)
- C.
Sigur Rós (Iceland)
- D.
Nic Collins (USA)
Correct Answer
C. Sigur Rós (Iceland)Explanation
Sigur Rós is not associated with glitch. Glitch is a genre of electronic music that is characterized by the deliberate use of digital or analog errors, glitches, and imperfections. Oval, Yasunao Tone, and Nic Collins are all known for their work in glitch music, while Sigur Rós is an Icelandic post-rock band known for their atmospheric and ethereal soundscapes.Rate this question:
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- 21.
"The father of circuit bending" was a (as NIck puts it) "popularist" of hacking electronic devices for individual purposes. What's his name?
- A.
Michel Waisvisz
- B.
Voice Crack
- C.
Reed Ghazala
Correct Answer
C. Reed GhazalaExplanation
However, both Michel Waisvisz (example - Cracklebox, 1975) and Voice Crack (a Swiss duo) are associated with circuit bendingRate this question:
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- 22.
Among John Cage's disciples and collaborators, as well as the activities of the Sonic Arts Union, significant precedents of hacking can be found.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because John Cage, a prominent composer and artist, was known for his experimental and unconventional approach to music. He often challenged traditional notions of composition and performance, which can be seen as a form of "hacking" in the context of music. The Sonic Arts Union, a collective of avant-garde composers and performers, also explored innovative and unconventional techniques in their work, further supporting the idea that hacking can be found in their activities.Rate this question:
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- 23.
"Are they checking their emails or are their performing". This lack of movement on stage is a common criticism of performances of ... (state the name of the style/genre) (hint - portable computer)
Correct Answer
Laptop musicExplanation
The correct answer is "Laptop music." This style or genre of music is often criticized for its lack of movement on stage. The performers are typically seen checking their emails or engaging in other activities on their portable computers instead of actively performing. This criticism highlights the static nature of laptop music performances.Rate this question:
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A criticised method of live coding is a form of cutting edge laptop music using a certain interface. Which one?
- A.
VECTOR
- B.
JAVA
- C.
WIMP
- D.
PIMP
Correct Answer
C. WIMPExplanation
(WIndows, Icon, Menu, Pointer) (or "Pointing Device")Rate this question:
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