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Key Instruments in Indian Lounge Music

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the key instruments used in Indian Lounge Music.
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Which of the following is not a key instrument in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Violin


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Violin is not a traditional Indian instrument and is not commonly used in Indian Lounge Music.

What is the primary function of the sitar in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Melody

  2. Rhythm

  3. Harmony

  4. Percussion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sitar is primarily used to play the melody in Indian Lounge Music.

Which instrument is known for its distinctive tabla sound in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Dholak


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The tabla is a pair of hand drums that are used to create the distinctive tabla sound in Indian Lounge Music.

What is the role of the harmonium in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Melody

  2. Rhythm

  3. Harmony

  4. Percussion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The harmonium is used to provide harmonic support and accompaniment in Indian Lounge Music.

Which instrument is often used for improvisational solos in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Flute


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sitar is often used for improvisational solos in Indian Lounge Music due to its expressive capabilities.

What is the traditional tuning of the sitar in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. C, D, E, F, G, A, B

  2. C, D, E♭, F, G, A, B♭

  3. C, D, E, F, G, A, B♭

  4. C, D, E♭, F, G, A, B


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The traditional tuning of the sitar in Indian Lounge Music is C, D, E♭, F, G, A, B♭.

Which instrument is known for its rhythmic patterns and intricate footwork in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Kathakali


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The tabla is known for its rhythmic patterns and intricate footwork in Indian Lounge Music.

What is the traditional material used for the body of the sitar?

  1. Wood

  2. Metal

  3. Plastic

  4. Fiber


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional material used for the body of the sitar is wood.

Which instrument is often used to accompany vocals in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Flute


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The harmonium is often used to accompany vocals in Indian Lounge Music.

What is the traditional number of strings on a sitar?

  1. 18

  2. 20

  3. 22

  4. 24


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The traditional number of strings on a sitar is 20.

Which instrument is known for its distinctive drone sound in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Tanpura


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The tanpura is known for its distinctive drone sound in Indian Lounge Music.

What is the traditional material used for the strings of the sitar?

  1. Metal

  2. Nylon

  3. Gut

  4. Plastic


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The traditional material used for the strings of the sitar is gut.

Which instrument is often used for rhythmic accompaniment in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Dholak


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The tabla is often used for rhythmic accompaniment in Indian Lounge Music.

What is the traditional number of frets on a sitar?

  1. 18

  2. 20

  3. 22

  4. 24


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The traditional number of frets on a sitar is 20.

Which instrument is known for its melodic improvisations and intricate fingerwork in Indian Lounge Music?

  1. Sitar

  2. Tabla

  3. Harmonium

  4. Flute


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sitar is known for its melodic improvisations and intricate fingerwork in Indian Lounge Music.

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