Music Theory and Concepts

Directions: Which of the given options best represents the information in the given reading passage? Choose the appropriate number (1 - 4).

According the author, 'A Song-Story'

Directions: Answer the given question based on the following passage:

EARLY MUSIC
Early Music (typically European music from periods prior to the onset of Baroque music of the seventeenth century) sounds were first used experimentally by musicians during the late 1960’s and early ‘70s. These sounds were initially used to signify or give an idea of a past time rather than to represent some point in history. Particularly, they were used as a means to express a wanting for a simpler time. This shift in music was ushered in along generational ties. This is apparent when examined in light of the British artists of the ‘60’s, particularly the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. Most, if not all of these musicians, were born in the early 1940’s and were inspired by blues music, as performed by black Americans during the 1920’s and ‘30s as well as rock-n-roll music during the 50’s. These music styles conveyed a sense of the authentic and were much different than the popular music which was favoured by most adults at the time. As the generations progressed, those who were born in the later 1940’s and early ‘50’s began to feel a need to draw on musical styles which were unique to their own cultural identity. These desires resulted in formation of the genres Folk Rock and Progressive Rock. At the intersection of these two genres, we find an interest to express the past musically through the use of old tunes and melodies and old instruments such as the harpsichord, lute and recorder.
A good example would be Simon & Garfunkel’s “Scarborough Fair/Canticle” which was an early joining of Early Music and Folk music. The track combined an English folk song with an original song written by Paul Simon. When heard in conjunction with Scarborough Fair’s modal tune and antique lyrics, the harpsichord on this track seems to evoke a non-specific past for listeners. Some years later, the British folk-singer Shirley Collins and her sister Dolly, produced a more explicitly, clearly intended crossover for their then current album. Shunning the usual standard of accompaniment of guitar or banjo, the Collins chose instead, to record a suit of English folk songs to an accompaniment which was arranged by Dolly who also played the portative organ in the song. The folk songs were chosen for the suite, “A Song-Story”, which comprised the entire A side of the album. The songs were arranged to describe the course of a romance. The liner notes relate the story to WWI. However, the mix of musical elements creates a sound which signals a less specific time period.

Directions: Which of the given options best represents the information in the given reading passage? Choose the appropriate number (1 - 4).

According to the writer, the Early Music was

Directions: Answer the given question based on the following passage:

EARLY MUSIC
Early Music (typically European music from periods prior to the onset of Baroque music of the seventeenth century) sounds were first used experimentally by musicians during the late 1960’s and early ‘70s. These sounds were initially used to signify or give an idea of a past time rather than to represent some point in history. Particularly, they were used as a means to express a wanting for a simpler time. This shift in music was ushered in along generational ties. This is apparent when examined in light of the British artists of the ‘60’s, particularly the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. Most, if not all of these musicians, were born in the early 1940’s and were inspired by blues music, as performed by black Americans during the 1920’s and ‘30s as well as rock-n-roll music during the 50’s. These music styles conveyed a sense of the authentic and were much different than the popular music which was favoured by most adults at the time. As the generations progressed, those who were born in the later 1940’s and early ‘50’s began to feel a need to draw on musical styles which were unique to their own cultural identity. These desires resulted in formation of the genres Folk Rock and Progressive Rock. At the intersection of these two genres, we find an interest to express the past musically through the use of old tunes and melodies and old instruments such as the harpsichord, lute and recorder.
A good example would be Simon & Garfunkel’s “Scarborough Fair/Canticle” which was an early joining of Early Music and Folk music. The track combined an English folk song with an original song written by Paul Simon. When heard in conjunction with Scarborough Fair’s modal tune and antique lyrics, the harpsichord on this track seems to evoke a non-specific past for listeners. Some years later, the British folk-singer Shirley Collins and her sister Dolly, produced a more explicitly, clearly intended crossover for their then current album. Shunning the usual standard of accompaniment of guitar or banjo, the Collins chose instead, to record a suit of English folk songs to an accompaniment which was arranged by Dolly who also played the portative organ in the song. The folk songs were chosen for the suite, “A Song-Story”, which comprised the entire A side of the album. The songs were arranged to describe the course of a romance. The liner notes relate the story to WWI. However, the mix of musical elements creates a sound which signals a less specific time period.

Directions: Which of the given options best represents the information in the given reading passage? Choose the appropriate number (1 – 4).

Music of the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton

Directions: Answer the given question based on the following passage:

EARLY MUSIC
Early Music (typically European music from periods prior to the onset of Baroque music of the seventeenth century) sounds were first used experimentally by musicians during the late 1960’s and early ‘70s. These sounds were initially used to signify or give an idea of a past time rather than to represent some point in history. Particularly, they were used as a means to express a wanting for a simpler time. This shift in music was ushered in along generational ties. This is apparent when examined in light of the British artists of the ‘60’s, particularly the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. Most, if not all of these musicians, were born in the early 1940’s and were inspired by blues music, as performed by black Americans during the 1920’s and ‘30s as well as rock-n-roll music during the 50’s. These music styles conveyed a sense of the authentic and were much different than the popular music which was favoured by most adults at the time. As the generations progressed, those who were born in the later 1940’s and early ‘50’s began to feel a need to draw on musical styles which were unique to their own cultural identity. These desires resulted in formation of the genres Folk Rock and Progressive Rock. At the intersection of these two genres, we find an interest to express the past musically through the use of old tunes and melodies and old instruments such as the harpsichord, lute and recorder.
A good example would be Simon & Garfunkel’s “Scarborough Fair/Canticle” which was an early joining of Early Music and Folk music. The track combined an English folk song with an original song written by Paul Simon. When heard in conjunction with Scarborough Fair’s modal tune and antique lyrics, the harpsichord on this track seems to evoke a non-specific past for listeners. Some years later, the British folk-singer Shirley Collins and her sister Dolly, produced a more explicitly, clearly intended crossover for their then current album. Shunning the usual standard of accompaniment of guitar or banjo, the Collins chose instead, to record a suit of English folk songs to an accompaniment which was arranged by Dolly who also played the portative organ in the song. The folk songs were chosen for the suite, “A Song-Story”, which comprised the entire A side of the album. The songs were arranged to describe the course of a romance. The liner notes relate the story to WWI. However, the mix of musical elements creates a sound which signals a less specific time period.

Directions: Which of the given options best represents the information in the given reading passage? Choose the appropriate number (1 – 4).

According to the writer, Simon & Garfunkel’s “Scarborough Fair/Canticle”

Directions: Answer the given question based on the following passage:

EARLY MUSIC
Early Music (typically European music from periods prior to the onset of Baroque music of the seventeenth century) sounds were first used experimentally by musicians during the late 1960’s and early ‘70s. These sounds were initially used to signify or give an idea of a past time rather than to represent some point in history. Particularly, they were used as a means to express a wanting for a simpler time. This shift in music was ushered in along generational ties. This is apparent when examined in light of the British artists of the ‘60’s, particularly the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton. Most, if not all of these musicians, were born in the early 1940’s and were inspired by blues music, as performed by black Americans during the 1920’s and ‘30s as well as rock-n-roll music during the 50’s. These music styles conveyed a sense of the authentic and were much different than the popular music which was favoured by most adults at the time. As the generations progressed, those who were born in the later 1940’s and early ‘50’s began to feel a need to draw on musical styles which were unique to their own cultural identity. These desires resulted in formation of the genres Folk Rock and Progressive Rock. At the intersection of these two genres, we find an interest to express the past musically through the use of old tunes and melodies and old instruments such as the harpsichord, lute and recorder.
A good example would be Simon & Garfunkel’s “Scarborough Fair/Canticle” which was an early joining of Early Music and Folk music. The track combined an English folk song with an original song written by Paul Simon. When heard in conjunction with Scarborough Fair’s modal tune and antique lyrics, the harpsichord on this track seems to evoke a non-specific past for listeners. Some years later, the British folk-singer Shirley Collins and her sister Dolly, produced a more explicitly, clearly intended crossover for their then current album. Shunning the usual standard of accompaniment of guitar or banjo, the Collins chose instead, to record a suit of English folk songs to an accompaniment which was arranged by Dolly who also played the portative organ in the song. The folk songs were chosen for the suite, “A Song-Story”, which comprised the entire A side of the album. The songs were arranged to describe the course of a romance. The liner notes relate the story to WWI. However, the mix of musical elements creates a sound which signals a less specific time period.

Choose the best alternative to fill in the blank (i).

Directions: In the paragraph below  some words have been left out.

Our knowledge of ancient Greek music comes from actual ___(i)___ of musical scores, literary references, and the ___(ii)___ of musical instruments. Although ___(iii)___ musical scores are rare, incomplete, and of relatively late date, ___(iv)___ literary references ___(v)___ light on the practice of music, its social functions, and its perceived ___(vi)___ qualities. Likewise, ___(vii)___ provide information about the economics and institutional organisation of professional musicians, recording such things as prizes ___(viii)___ and fees paid for services. The archaeological record ___(ix)___ to monuments ___(x)___ in honour of accomplished musicians and to splendid roofed concert halls.

Choose the best alternative to fill in the blank (ii).

Directions: In the paragraph below  some words have been left out.

Our knowledge of ancient Greek music comes from actual ___(i)___ of musical scores, literary references, and the ___(ii)___ of musical instruments. Although ___(iii)___ musical scores are rare, incomplete, and of relatively late date, ___(iv)___ literary references ___(v)___ light on the practice of music, its social functions, and its perceived ___(vi)___ qualities. Likewise, ___(vii)___ provide information about the economics and institutional organisation of professional musicians, recording such things as prizes ___(viii)___ and fees paid for services. The archaeological record ___(ix)___ to monuments ___(x)___ in honour of accomplished musicians and to splendid roofed concert halls.

Choose the best alternative to fill in the blank (iv).

Directions: In the paragraph below  some words have been left out.

Our knowledge of ancient Greek music comes from actual ___(i)___ of musical scores, literary references, and the ___(ii)___ of musical instruments. Although ___(iii)___ musical scores are rare, incomplete, and of relatively late date, ___(iv)___ literary references ___(v)___ light on the practice of music, its social functions, and its perceived ___(vi)___ qualities. Likewise, ___(vii)___ provide information about the economics and institutional organisation of professional musicians, recording such things as prizes ___(viii)___ and fees paid for services. The archaeological record ___(ix)___ to monuments ___(x)___ in honour of accomplished musicians and to splendid roofed concert halls.

Choose the best alternative to fill in the blank (iii).

Directions: In the paragraph below  some words have been left out.

Our knowledge of ancient Greek music comes from actual ___(i)___ of musical scores, literary references, and the ___(ii)___ of musical instruments. Although ___(iii)___ musical scores are rare, incomplete, and of relatively late date, ___(iv)___ literary references ___(v)___ light on the practice of music, its social functions, and its perceived ___(vi)___ qualities. Likewise, ___(vii)___ provide information about the economics and institutional organisation of professional musicians, recording such things as prizes ___(viii)___ and fees paid for services. The archaeological record ___(ix)___ to monuments ___(x)___ in honour of accomplished musicians and to splendid roofed concert halls.

Choose the best alternative to fill in the blank (vi).

Directions: In the paragraph below  some words have been left out.

Our knowledge of ancient Greek music comes from actual ___(i)___ of musical scores, literary references, and the ___(ii)___ of musical instruments. Although ___(iii)___ musical scores are rare, incomplete, and of relatively late date, ___(iv)___ literary references ___(v)___ light on the practice of music, its social functions, and its perceived ___(vi)___ qualities. Likewise, ___(vii)___ provide information about the economics and institutional organisation of professional musicians, recording such things as prizes ___(viii)___ and fees paid for services. The archaeological record ___(ix)___ to monuments ___(x)___ in honour of accomplished musicians and to splendid roofed concert halls.

Choose the best alternative to fill in the blank (ix).

Directions: In the paragraph below  some words have been left out.

Our knowledge of ancient Greek music comes from actual ___(i)___ of musical scores, literary references, and the ___(ii)___ of musical instruments. Although ___(iii)___ musical scores are rare, incomplete, and of relatively late date, ___(iv)___ literary references ___(v)___ light on the practice of music, its social functions, and its perceived ___(vi)___ qualities. Likewise, ___(vii)___ provide information about the economics and institutional organisation of professional musicians, recording such things as prizes ___(viii)___ and fees paid for services. The archaeological record ___(ix)___ to monuments ___(x)___ in honour of accomplished musicians and to splendid roofed concert halls.

Choose the best alternative to fill in the blank (v).

Directions: In the paragraph below  some words have been left out.

Our knowledge of ancient Greek music comes from actual ___(i)___ of musical scores, literary references, and the ___(ii)___ of musical instruments. Although ___(iii)___ musical scores are rare, incomplete, and of relatively late date, ___(iv)___ literary references ___(v)___ light on the practice of music, its social functions, and its perceived ___(vi)___ qualities. Likewise, ___(vii)___ provide information about the economics and institutional organisation of professional musicians, recording such things as prizes ___(viii)___ and fees paid for services. The archaeological record ___(ix)___ to monuments ___(x)___ in honour of accomplished musicians and to splendid roofed concert halls.