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The Techniques of Indian Psychedelic Music

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Which of the following is a common technique used in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. Raga improvisation

  2. Tala improvisation

  3. Drone playing

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Raga improvisation, tala improvisation, and drone playing are all common techniques used in Indian psychedelic music.

What is a raga?

  1. A melodic framework

  2. A rhythmic framework

  3. A combination of melody and rhythm

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A raga is a melodic framework that consists of a set of notes and rules for their use.

What is a tala?

  1. A melodic framework

  2. A rhythmic framework

  3. A combination of melody and rhythm

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A tala is a rhythmic framework that consists of a set of beats and rules for their use.

What is drone playing?

  1. Playing a single note or chord continuously

  2. Playing a melody repeatedly

  3. Playing a rhythm repeatedly

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Drone playing is the technique of playing a single note or chord continuously.

Which of the following instruments is commonly used in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Tanpura

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sitar, tabla, and tanpura are all commonly used instruments in Indian psychedelic music.

What is the role of the sitar in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. To provide the melody

  2. To provide the rhythm

  3. To provide the drone

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sitar is primarily used to provide the melody in Indian psychedelic music.

What is the role of the tabla in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. To provide the melody

  2. To provide the rhythm

  3. To provide the drone

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The tabla is primarily used to provide the rhythm in Indian psychedelic music.

What is the role of the tanpura in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. To provide the melody

  2. To provide the rhythm

  3. To provide the drone

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The tanpura is primarily used to provide the drone in Indian psychedelic music.

Which of the following is a common effect used in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. Reverb

  2. Delay

  3. Distortion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reverb, delay, and distortion are all common effects used in Indian psychedelic music.

What is the purpose of using effects in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. To create a sense of space and depth

  2. To create a sense of movement and energy

  3. To create a sense of mystery and wonder

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Effects are used in Indian psychedelic music to create a sense of space and depth, a sense of movement and energy, and a sense of mystery and wonder.

Which of the following is a common theme in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. Love

  2. Loss

  3. Nature

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Love, loss, and nature are all common themes in Indian psychedelic music.

What is the purpose of Indian psychedelic music?

  1. To entertain

  2. To educate

  3. To inspire

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian psychedelic music is intended to entertain, educate, and inspire.

Which of the following is a notable artist in Indian psychedelic music?

  1. Ravi Shankar

  2. George Harrison

  3. John Coltrane

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ravi Shankar, George Harrison, and John Coltrane are all notable artists in Indian psychedelic music.

What is the future of Indian psychedelic music?

  1. It will continue to grow in popularity

  2. It will decline in popularity

  3. It will remain a niche genre

  4. It is impossible to predict


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

It is impossible to predict the future of Indian psychedelic music.

What is the significance of Indian psychedelic music?

  1. It is a unique and innovative genre of music

  2. It has helped to bridge the gap between East and West

  3. It has inspired many other genres of music

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Indian psychedelic music is a unique and innovative genre of music that has helped to bridge the gap between East and West and has inspired many other genres of music.

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