Musical Sociology

Description: Musical Sociology Quiz
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What is the study of the relationship between music and society called?

  1. Ethnomusicology

  2. Musical Sociology

  3. Music Theory

  4. Music History


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Musical sociology is the study of the relationship between music and society, including how music is created, performed, and consumed.

Which of the following is NOT a common topic of study in musical sociology?

  1. The role of music in social change

  2. The relationship between music and identity

  3. The economic impact of the music industry

  4. The history of music theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The history of music theory is not typically a topic of study in musical sociology, which focuses on the relationship between music and society.

What is the term for the process by which music is transmitted from one generation to the next?

  1. Acculturation

  2. Assimilation

  3. Diffusion

  4. Enculturation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Enculturation is the process by which music is transmitted from one generation to the next through socialization and learning.

Which of the following is NOT a type of musical subculture?

  1. Hip hop

  2. Punk

  3. Classical

  4. Heavy metal


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Classical music is not typically considered a musical subculture, as it is a more established and mainstream genre of music.

What is the term for the process by which music is used to create a sense of community?

  1. Musical bonding

  2. Musical cohesion

  3. Musical integration

  4. Musical solidarity


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Musical bonding is the process by which music is used to create a sense of community and belonging among a group of people.

Which of the following is NOT a function of music in society?

  1. Entertainment

  2. Communication

  3. Social control

  4. Economic production


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic production is not typically considered a function of music in society, as music is primarily used for entertainment, communication, and social control.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between music and politics?

  1. Ethnomusicology

  2. Musical sociology

  3. Music theory

  4. Political musicology


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political musicology is the study of the relationship between music and politics, including how music is used to express political ideas and influence political behavior.

Which of the following is NOT a common method used in musical sociology research?

  1. Participant observation

  2. Interviews

  3. Content analysis

  4. Experimental research


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Experimental research is not typically used in musical sociology research, as it is difficult to control for all of the variables that can influence musical behavior.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between music and gender?

  1. Ethnomusicology

  2. Musical sociology

  3. Gender studies

  4. Music theory


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gender studies is the study of the relationship between music and gender, including how music is used to express and reinforce gender roles and identities.

Which of the following is NOT a common topic of study in musical sociology?

  1. The role of music in social change

  2. The relationship between music and identity

  3. The economic impact of the music industry

  4. The history of music theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The history of music theory is not typically a topic of study in musical sociology, which focuses on the relationship between music and society.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between music and religion?

  1. Ethnomusicology

  2. Musical sociology

  3. Religious studies

  4. Music theory


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Religious studies is the study of the relationship between music and religion, including how music is used to express and reinforce religious beliefs and practices.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of musical ritual?

  1. Weddings

  2. Funerals

  3. Birthdays

  4. Sporting events


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sporting events are not typically considered musical rituals, as they are not primarily focused on music.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between music and the environment?

  1. Ethnomusicology

  2. Musical sociology

  3. Environmental studies

  4. Music theory


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Environmental studies is the study of the relationship between music and the environment, including how music can be used to raise awareness of environmental issues and promote sustainable practices.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of musical therapy?

  1. Music therapy

  2. Sound therapy

  3. Vibroacoustic therapy

  4. Massage therapy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Massage therapy is not typically considered a type of musical therapy, as it does not involve the use of music.

What is the term for the study of the relationship between music and health?

  1. Ethnomusicology

  2. Musical sociology

  3. Music therapy

  4. Music theory


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Music therapy is the study of the relationship between music and health, including how music can be used to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

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