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GRADE 10 - MUSIC

1. AFRO–LATIN AMERICAN and POPULAR MUSIC 2nd Quarter

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3. Some Types of African Music Afrobeat – It is a term used to describe the fusion of West African with black American music. 3

4. Apala ( Akpala ) – It is a musical genre from Nigeria in the Yoruba tribal style to wake up the worshippers after fasting during the Muslim holy feast of Ramadan . 4

5. Axe – It is a popular music genre from Salvador, Bahia, and Brazil which fused the Afro-Caribbean styles of the marcha , reggae, and calypso. 5

6. Jit – It is a hard and fast percussive Zimbabwean dance music played on drums with guitar accompaniment, influenced by mbira–based guitar styles. 6

7. Jive – It is a popular form of South African music, featuring a lively and uninhibited variation of the jitterbug. 7

8. J uju – It is a popular music style from Nigeria that relies on the traditional Yoruba rhythms. 8

9. Marabi – It is a South African three-chord township music of the 1930’s-1960’s which evolved into African Jazz. 9

10. Kwassa Kwassa – It is a dance style which began in Zaire in the late 1980’s, popularized by Kanda Bongo Man . 10

11. Jazz - It is an offshoot of the music of African slaves who migrated to America, where it is considered a therapeutic outlet for human feelings. 11

12. ACTIVITY 1. It is a dance style which began in Zaire in the late 1980’s, popularized by Kanda Bongo Man . 2.It is a popular music style from Nigeria that relies on the traditional Yoruba rhythms 12

13. 3. It is a musical genre from Nigeria in the Yoruba tribal style to wake up the worshippers after fasting during the Muslim holy feast of Ramadan . 4. It is a hard and fast percussive Zimbabwean dance music played on drums with guitar accompaniment, influenced by mbira–based guitar styles. 13

14. 5. It is a term used to describe the fusion of West African with black American music. 14

15. QUESTIONS: – It is a popular music genre from Salvador, Bahia, and Brazil which fused the Afro-Caribbean styles of the marcha , reggae, and calypso. 15

16. It is a term used to describe the fusion of West African with black American music. 16

17. It is a popular form of South African music, featuring a lively and uninhibited variation of the jitterbug 17

18. It is a dance style which began in Zaire in the late 1980’s, popularized by Kanda Bongo Man . 18

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20. The music of Latin America is the product of three major influences --- Indigenous, Spanish – Portuguese , and African. It is also referred to as Latin music because of the impact on the countries colonized by Spain and Portugal. 20

21. Latin – American Music Influenced by African Music

22. Reggae – Reggae  started in  Jamaica  and developed in the late 1960s as a mix of Calypso, Jazz and Rhythm and Blues. ( a form a popular songs) The music has a laid back feel, with  bass  and  drums  create the rhythm. 22

23. Reggae 23

24. Salsa –  music is a style of  Caribbean music , combining elements of  Cuban ,  Puerto Rican , and  American  influences. 24

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26. Samba – is a lively, rhythmical dance and music genre that originated in Brazil, deeply rooted in African cultural influences. 26

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28. Soca   (or Sokah )  music  is an offshoot of  Calypso  which developed into a popular musical style in  Trinidad  in the 1970s.  Soca  literally means the ‘ ( So) ul  of ( Ca) lypso ’, and represents a fusion of African and Caribbean Kaiso and  Calypso  and South Asian rhythms. 28

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30. Were – It is a Muslim music performed often as a wake-up call for early breakfast and prayers during Ramadan. 30

31. Zouk – It is a fast, carnival-like rhythmic music,(music pattern ) from the slang word for party. 31

32. Popular Music literally means “music of the populace,” similar to traditional folk music of the past. As it developed in the 20 th century, pop music (as it has to be called) generally consisted of music for entertainment of large numbers of people, whether on radio or in live performances. 32

33. From the standard songs and ballads of the legendary Cole Porter, George Gershwin, and Frank Sinatra to the Rock and Roll craze of Elvis Presley and the Beatles and the present-day idols in the pop, rock, hip hop/rap, and alternative music modes . 33

34. Popular music is now shared by the entire world written by known individuals, usually professionals, and does not evolve through the process of oral transmission. 34

35. Forms of Popular Music

36. Ballads It was derived both from the medieval French “chanson balladee ” which refers to a dancing song. It originated as an expressive folk song in narrative verse with text dealing typically about love. It refers to a love song in a slightly pop or rock style, with the following characteristics: a. Blues Ballads b. Pop Standard and Jazz Ballads c. Pop and Rock Ballads 36 George Gershwin

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38. Standards It is a term that is used to denote the most popular and enduring songs from a genre. Its style is mostly in a slow or moderate tempo with a relaxed mood. Foremost proponents of this style with their hit song: Frank Sinatra – My Way; Strangers in the Night Nat King Cole – Unforgettable; Mona Lisa 3. Matt Monroe – Portrait of My Love; Softly as I Leave You 38 Frank Sinatra

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40. Rock and Roll It is a combination of Afro-American forms that was hugely popular in the United States. The style derived its name from the motion of a ship on the ocean, “Rock and Roll.”   Two greatest exponents with their hit songs: Elvis Presley - Heartbreak Hotel The Beatles - Love Me Do; I Saw Her Standing There 40 Elvis Presley

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42. Disco Pertained to rock music that was more danceable, thus leading to the establishment of venues for public dancing Superstars of the disco genre: ABBA- Dancing Queen Donna Summer “The Queen of Disco” – Hot Stuff Bee Gees- Stayin’ Alive Earth, Wind, Fire- Boogie Wonderland 42 Bee Gees

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44. Pop Music It is a type of music usually played on electronic instruments. It consists of short songs with a strong beat and simple tunes that are easy to remember. Michael Joseph Jackson – the most popular solo performer of all time, and popularized several physically complicated dance techniques, such as the “Robot” and the “Moonwalk.” 44 Michael Joseph Jackson

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46. Hip Hop and Rap It is a stylized, highly rhythmic type of music that usually (but not always) includes portions of rhythmically chanted words called “rap.” Early Hip Hop artists; LL Cool J and Run DMC Kanye West Eminem Beastie Boys 46 Eminem

47. Alternative Music It became widely popular in the 1990s as a way to defy “mainstream” rock music. It is characterized by high energy levels that bred new styles and is known for its unconventional practices such as distorted guitar sounds, oppressive lyrics, and defiant attitudes.   Some well-known artists; Taylor Swift – You Belong With Me; Shake It Off R.E.M. Nirvana The Cure Red Hot Chili Peppers 47

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49. QUIZ NO. 2: IDENTIFICATION: _____ 1. It is a Jamaican sound dominated by bass guitar and drum.   ___ ___ 2. It is a lively and uninhibited variation of the jitterbug.   _ _____ 3. It is the basic underlying rhythm that typifies Brazilian music . .   49

50. ______4. music is a style of  Caribbean music , combining elements of  Cuban ,  Puerto Rican , and  American  influences .  ______5. It is a Muslim music performed often as a wake-up call for early breakfast and prayers during Ramadan 50

51.   Direction: Identify the characteristics of popular music according to its form/genre being referred to by the following statements. Write the letter of your answer on the space provided. 6. It is a term that is used to denote the most popular and enduring songs from a particular genre or style. Alternative Music c. Disco Ballads d. Standards 7. It is characterized by high energy levels that breed new styles and is known for its unconventional practices. Alternative Music c. Pop Music Disco d. Rock and Roll 51

52. 8. It is a stylized, highly rhythmic type of music which usually includes portions of rhythmically chanted words. Ballads c. Hip Hop and Rap Disco d. Rock and Roll 9. It is a combination of Afro-American forms that was hugely popular in the United States. Disco c. Pop Music Hip Hop and Rap d. Rock and Roll 52

53. 10. It originated as an expressive folk song in narrative verse with text dealing typically about love. Alternative c. Disco b.Ballads d. Standards 53

54. : Catch and Match Direction: Match the songs in Column A with the artist in Column B. Write the letter of your answer on the space provided before the number. 54 _____1. You belong with me A. Elvis Presley _____2. Dancing Queen B. Frank Sinatra _____3. Stayin Alive C. Taylor Swift _____4. Heartbreak Hotel D. Bee Gees _____5. Strangers in the Night E. ABBA

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56. Answer Key Reggae 11. C Jive 12. E Samba 13. D Salsa 14. A Were 15. B D A C D B 56