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Melodic Structures in Indian Martial Arts Music

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the melodic structure of Indian martial arts music?

  1. Use of pentatonic scales

  2. Use of chromatic scales

  3. Use of whole-tone scales

  4. Use of octatonic scales


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pentatonic scales are commonly used in Indian martial arts music, as they provide a strong and clear melodic foundation.

What is the most common type of melodic movement in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Stepwise motion

  2. Conjunct motion

  3. Disjunct motion

  4. Chromatic motion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stepwise motion is the most common type of melodic movement in Indian martial arts music, as it creates a sense of stability and flow.

Which of the following is a common melodic ornament used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Glissando

  2. Portamento

  3. Trill

  4. Mordent


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mordents are a common melodic ornament used in Indian martial arts music, as they add a sense of ornamentation and embellishment to the melody.

What is the term used to describe the repetition of a melodic phrase at a higher or lower pitch?

  1. Sequence

  2. Parallelism

  3. Transposition

  4. Modulation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sequence is the term used to describe the repetition of a melodic phrase at a higher or lower pitch.

Which of the following is a common melodic form used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Jati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raga is a common melodic form used in Indian martial arts music, as it provides a framework for improvisation and exploration.

What is the term used to describe the melodic improvisation that occurs within a raga?

  1. Alaap

  2. Jod

  3. Jhala

  4. Vilambit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alaap is the term used to describe the melodic improvisation that occurs within a raga.

Which of the following is a common melodic pattern used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Arpeggio

  2. Scale

  3. Glissando

  4. Trill


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arpeggios are a common melodic pattern used in Indian martial arts music, as they create a sense of movement and energy.

What is the term used to describe the melodic climax of a piece of Indian martial arts music?

  1. Antara

  2. Madhyama

  3. Mukhada

  4. Tarana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tarana is the term used to describe the melodic climax of a piece of Indian martial arts music.

Which of the following is a common melodic instrument used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Shehnai


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shehnai is a common melodic instrument used in Indian martial arts music, as it produces a clear and piercing sound.

What is the term used to describe the melodic drone that is often used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Tanpura

  2. Tabla

  3. Sarangi

  4. Shehnai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tanpura is the term used to describe the melodic drone that is often used in Indian martial arts music.

Which of the following is a common melodic technique used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Call and response

  2. Heterophony

  3. Polyphony

  4. Monophony


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Call and response is a common melodic technique used in Indian martial arts music, as it creates a sense of dialogue and interaction between the musicians.

What is the term used to describe the melodic structure of a piece of Indian martial arts music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Jati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raga is the term used to describe the melodic structure of a piece of Indian martial arts music.

Which of the following is a common melodic form used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Raga

  2. Tala

  3. Svara

  4. Jati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raga is a common melodic form used in Indian martial arts music, as it provides a framework for improvisation and exploration.

What is the term used to describe the melodic improvisation that occurs within a raga?

  1. Alaap

  2. Jod

  3. Jhala

  4. Vilambit


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alaap is the term used to describe the melodic improvisation that occurs within a raga.

Which of the following is a common melodic pattern used in Indian martial arts music?

  1. Arpeggio

  2. Scale

  3. Glissando

  4. Trill


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arpeggios are a common melodic pattern used in Indian martial arts music, as they create a sense of movement and energy.

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