Latest Music lesson Latin America music test on 11/5/24

• What is African traditional music primarily used for?

  It is used in ceremonial rites.
• What are the major influences on the music of Latin America?

  Indigenous, Spanish-Portuguese, and African influences.
• What is reggae music known for?

  Its offbeat rhythm and staccato chords.
• Who is the best-known proponent of reggae music?

  Bob Marley.
• What is samba?

  A Brazilian musical genre and dance style.
• What does soca music represent in Latin American music?

  It is known as the soul of calypso.
• What is call and response in African music?

  It refers to two distinct musical phrases where the second responds to the first.
• What does the term tango mean?

  It means "African dance" or "to play (an instrument)".
• Where did cha cha originate?

  It originated in Cuba in the 1950s.
• What does paso doble mean?

  It means "double step" or "two step".
• What is bossa nova known for?

  It is a gentler and slower version of the classic Cuban samba.
• Who is known as the Queen of Bossa Nova?

  Sitti Navarro.
• What does popular music refer to?

  It refers to music for the entertainment of large numbers of people.
• Name one popular music group mentioned.

  One Direction.
• Who is known as the King of Rock and Roll?

  Elvis Presley.
• What is Michael Jackson known as?

  The King of Pop.
• What song is associated with Celine Dion?

  My Heart Will Go On.
• What is Mariah Carey known as?

  The Queen of Christmas and Songbird Supreme.
• Who is a notable singer in the Philippines?

  Lea Salonga.
• What role did Lea Salonga play in Miss Saigon?

  She played the role of "Kim".
• Name one rapper mentioned in the study material.

  Nicki Minaj.
• Who is Francis M. known as?

  A notable rapper in the Philippines.
• What are the notable genres of popular music mentioned?

  • Rock
  • RnB (Rhythm and Blues)
  • Country music
  • Alternative music
  • Jazz
  • Soul
• What are the notable singers in music and their titles?

  • The Beatles: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
  • Elvis Presley: King of Rock and Roll
  • Michael Jackson: King of Pop
  • Celine Dion: Queen of Power Ballads
  • Mariah Carey: Queen of Christmas and Songbird Supreme