Koodiyattam Music of India

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What is the traditional language of Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Sanskrit

  2. Malayalam

  3. Tamil

  4. Telugu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Koodiyattam Music is traditionally performed in Sanskrit, the ancient language of India.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional instrument used in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Mizhavu

  2. Idakka

  3. Mridangam

  4. Veena


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Veena is not a traditional instrument used in Koodiyattam Music. The Mizhavu, Idakka, and Mridangam are all traditional percussion instruments used in Koodiyattam Music.

What is the primary role of the Mizhavu in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Providing a rhythmic foundation

  2. Accompanying the vocals

  3. Creating melodic lines

  4. Providing a drone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mizhavu is a percussion instrument that provides a rhythmic foundation for Koodiyattam Music.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional vocal style used in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Sopanam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kutiyattam

  4. Chakyar Koothu


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kathakali is not a traditional vocal style used in Koodiyattam Music. Sopanam, Kutiyattam, and Chakyar Koothu are all traditional vocal styles used in Koodiyattam Music.

What is the primary role of the Idakka in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Providing a rhythmic foundation

  2. Accompanying the vocals

  3. Creating melodic lines

  4. Providing a drone


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Idakka is a percussion instrument that accompanies the vocals in Koodiyattam Music.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional dance form associated with Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Kathakali

  2. Bharatanatyam

  3. Mohiniyattam

  4. Kutiyattam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bharatanatyam is not a traditional dance form associated with Koodiyattam Music. Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, and Kutiyattam are all traditional dance forms associated with Koodiyattam Music.

What is the primary role of the Mridangam in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Providing a rhythmic foundation

  2. Accompanying the vocals

  3. Creating melodic lines

  4. Providing a drone


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Mridangam is a percussion instrument that creates melodic lines in Koodiyattam Music.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional musical ensemble used in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Chakyar Koothu

  2. Sopanam

  3. Kathakali

  4. Kutiyattam


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kathakali is not a traditional musical ensemble used in Koodiyattam Music. Chakyar Koothu, Sopanam, and Kutiyattam are all traditional musical ensembles used in Koodiyattam Music.

What is the primary role of the Chakyar Koothu in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Providing a rhythmic foundation

  2. Accompanying the vocals

  3. Creating melodic lines

  4. Providing a drone


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Chakyar Koothu is a traditional musical ensemble that provides a drone in Koodiyattam Music.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional musical instrument used in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Mizhavu

  2. Idakka

  3. Mridangam

  4. Tabla


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tabla is not a traditional musical instrument used in Koodiyattam Music. The Mizhavu, Idakka, and Mridangam are all traditional musical instruments used in Koodiyattam Music.

What is the primary role of the Sopanam in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Providing a rhythmic foundation

  2. Accompanying the vocals

  3. Creating melodic lines

  4. Providing a drone


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Sopanam is a traditional musical ensemble that accompanies the vocals in Koodiyattam Music.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional musical style used in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Sopanam

  2. Kathakali

  3. Kutiyattam

  4. Carnatic Music


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Carnatic Music is not a traditional musical style used in Koodiyattam Music. Sopanam, Kathakali, and Kutiyattam are all traditional musical styles used in Koodiyattam Music.

What is the primary role of the Kutiyattam in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Providing a rhythmic foundation

  2. Accompanying the vocals

  3. Creating melodic lines

  4. Providing a drone


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Kutiyattam is a traditional musical ensemble that creates melodic lines in Koodiyattam Music.

Which of the following is NOT a traditional musical instrument used in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Mizhavu

  2. Idakka

  3. Mridangam

  4. Sitar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sitar is not a traditional musical instrument used in Koodiyattam Music. The Mizhavu, Idakka, and Mridangam are all traditional musical instruments used in Koodiyattam Music.

What is the primary role of the drone in Koodiyattam Music?

  1. Providing a rhythmic foundation

  2. Accompanying the vocals

  3. Creating melodic lines

  4. Providing a harmonic foundation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The drone in Koodiyattam Music provides a harmonic foundation for the other instruments and vocals.

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