WESTERN MUSIC

SECTION A (20 Marks)

Attempt all questions from this Section

Question 1

Name the instruments of the string family and write the tuning notes of any one on staff notation, beginning with the lowest in pitch. [4]

Question 2

Name all the transposing instruments of the woodwind family. [4]

Question 3

Mention any two differences between the trombone and the tuba.
Write the range of any one brass instrument, using staff notation. [4]

Question 4

Mention any one similarity and one difference between the xylophone and the glockenspiel. [4]

Question 5

How is sound produced in the Harpsichord and the Clavichord? [4]

SECTION B (80 Marks)

Attempt any four questions from this Section\

Question 6

Name the four movements found in a symphony of the classical period.
Explain in detail the use of the Sonata Form in the first movement of any symphony
of your choice. [20]

Question 7

Describe and analyse in brief any one concerto you are familiar with, making special
reference to the role of the solo instrument. [20]

Question 8

Define and describe in brief the following terms/styles commonly found in the
Symphony and/or Concerto forms of music: [20]
(a) Cadenza
(b) Minuet and Trio
(c) Rondo

Question 9

Give a brief account of the life, works and unique contribution of any one of the
following composers: [20]
(a) J.S. Bach
(b) L. van Beethoven
(c) W.A Mozart

Question 10

Describe the characteristics and instrumentation that make jazz a unique form of music. [20]

Question 11

Write about the life, musical style and contribution of any one of the following jazz exponents: [20]
(a) Louis Armstrong
(b) Duke Ellington
(c) Miles Davis

Question 12

Define and briefly describe the style of the following periods of early jazz:
New Orleans, Swing, Bebop and also name one prominent exponent of the style from each period. [20]

Question 13

Write a profile of your favourite solo artist or band. Describe his/her/their contribution to popular music and account for his/her/their popularity and appeal. [20]

Question 14

Answer any four of the following: [20]
(i) Define Electronic Music with special reference to its scope.
(ii) Why is the Moog Synthesizer considered a path-breaking instrument?
(iii) Explain the term ‘Dubstep’ with an example.
(iv) Define D.A.W. and briefly explain any two of its features.
(v) Explain how a plug-in can enhance an audio sample.
(vi) Briefly explain any two ways in which a D.A.W is essential to the craft of a D.J.

Question 15

Write an essay of approximately 500 words about your personal experiences as a musician in any one of the following:
(a) As a solo singer or instrumentalist
(b) As a member of your school orchestra/band/choir.
(c) As part of school musical theatre or any other music production. [20]

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