Jazz and Blues: A Celebration of Diversity
Test your knowledge of jazz and blues music history, styles, musicians, and musical characteristics.
Questions
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of jazz music?
- Improvisation
- Syncopation
- Call and response
- Strict adherence to written music
The term (\text{scat singing}) refers to:
- Singing without words, using nonsense syllables
- Singing in a foreign language
- Singing in a high-pitched voice
- Singing in a low-pitched voice
Which of the following instruments is NOT commonly associated with blues music?
- Guitar
- Harmonica
- Saxophone
- Piano
The (\text{bebop}) style of jazz emerged in the:
- 1920s
- 1930s
- 1940s
- 1950s
Which city is considered the birthplace of blues music?
- New Orleans
- Memphis
- Chicago
- St. Louis
The (\text{12-bar blues}) is a common chord progression used in:
- Jazz
- Blues
- Rock
- Classical
Which of the following is NOT a subgenre of jazz music?
- Bebop
- Swing
- Dixieland
- Funk
Who is considered the (\text{King of Blues})?
- B.B. King
- Muddy Waters
- Robert Johnson
- Howlin' Wolf
Which of the following is NOT a famous jazz standard?
- Summertime
- Moonlight Serenade
- Blue Monk
- Stairway to Heaven
The (\text{New Orleans Revival}) in the 1940s and 1950s was a resurgence of interest in:
- Dixieland jazz
- Bebop jazz
- Swing jazz
- Funk jazz
Which of the following is NOT a common element of blues lyrics?
- Personal struggles
- Social commentary
- Political issues
- Love and romance
The (\text{Chicago blues}) style emerged in the:
- 1920s
- 1930s
- 1940s
- 1950s
Which of the following is NOT a famous jazz musician?
- Louis Armstrong
- Miles Davis
- John Coltrane
- Jimi Hendrix
The (\text{Kansas City jazz}) style is known for its:
- Fast tempos and improvised solos
- Slow tempos and intricate harmonies
- Use of call and response vocals
- Emphasis on collective improvisation
Which of the following is NOT a famous blues musician?
- Robert Johnson
- Muddy Waters
- B.B. King
- Eric Clapton