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Tango Dance Music

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What is the origin of Tango Dance Music?

  1. Argentina

  2. Uruguay

  3. Brazil

  4. Chile


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tango Dance Music originated in Argentina in the late 19th century.

Which instrument is commonly associated with Tango Dance Music?

  1. Piano

  2. Violin

  3. Guitar

  4. Bandoneon


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bandoneon is a type of accordion that is commonly used in Tango Dance Music.

What is the traditional rhythm of Tango Dance Music?

  1. 2/4

  2. 3/4

  3. 4/4

  4. 6/8


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tango Dance Music is traditionally played in a 2/4 rhythm.

What are the two main styles of Tango Dance Music?

  1. Traditional Tango and Nuevo Tango

  2. Milonga and Vals

  3. Candombe and Murga

  4. Chacarera and Zamba


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The two main styles of Tango Dance Music are Traditional Tango and Nuevo Tango.

Which Tango Dance Music composer is known as the 'Father of Tango'?

  1. Carlos Gardel

  2. Astor Piazzolla

  3. Osvaldo Pugliese

  4. Juan D'Arienzo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Carlos Gardel is known as the 'Father of Tango' for his contributions to the genre.

What is the name of the famous Tango Dance Music venue in Buenos Aires?

  1. La Viruta

  2. El Viejo Almacén

  3. Café Tortoni

  4. El Boliche de Alberto


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Café Tortoni is a famous Tango Dance Music venue in Buenos Aires.

Which Tango Dance Music song is considered the unofficial anthem of Argentina?

  1. La Cumparsita

  2. El Choclo

  3. Por una Cabeza

  4. Libertango


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

La Cumparsita is considered the unofficial anthem of Argentina.

What is the name of the Tango Dance Music dance that is characterized by its close embrace?

  1. Milonga

  2. Vals

  3. Candombe

  4. Murga


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Milonga is a Tango Dance Music dance that is characterized by its close embrace.

Which Tango Dance Music artist is known for his innovative and experimental approach to the genre?

  1. Carlos Gardel

  2. Astor Piazzolla

  3. Osvaldo Pugliese

  4. Juan D'Arienzo


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Astor Piazzolla is known for his innovative and experimental approach to Tango Dance Music.

What is the name of the Tango Dance Music festival that takes place annually in Buenos Aires?

  1. Buenos Aires Tango Festival

  2. World Tango Festival

  3. Tango BA Festival

  4. Festival Internacional de Tango de Buenos Aires


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Festival Internacional de Tango de Buenos Aires is the name of the Tango Dance Music festival that takes place annually in Buenos Aires.

Which Tango Dance Music artist is known for his virtuosic bandoneon playing?

  1. Carlos Gardel

  2. Astor Piazzolla

  3. Osvaldo Pugliese

  4. Juan D'Arienzo


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Astor Piazzolla is known for his virtuosic bandoneon playing.

What is the name of the Tango Dance Music dance that is characterized by its fast and lively tempo?

  1. Milonga

  2. Vals

  3. Candombe

  4. Murga


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Candombe is a Tango Dance Music dance that is characterized by its fast and lively tempo.

Which Tango Dance Music artist is known for his contributions to the genre during the Golden Age of Tango?

  1. Carlos Gardel

  2. Astor Piazzolla

  3. Osvaldo Pugliese

  4. Juan D'Arienzo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Carlos Gardel is known for his contributions to Tango Dance Music during the Golden Age of Tango.

What is the name of the Tango Dance Music dance that is characterized by its slow and romantic tempo?

  1. Milonga

  2. Vals

  3. Candombe

  4. Murga


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Vals is a Tango Dance Music dance that is characterized by its slow and romantic tempo.

Which Tango Dance Music artist is known for his innovative and experimental approach to the genre during the Nuevo Tango movement?

  1. Carlos Gardel

  2. Astor Piazzolla

  3. Osvaldo Pugliese

  4. Juan D'Arienzo


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Astor Piazzolla is known for his innovative and experimental approach to Tango Dance Music during the Nuevo Tango movement.

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