AoS3: Palestinian Flashcards
1
Q
What instrument makes the melodies and drones in Palestinian music?
A
an oud – a pear-shaped stringed instrument
2
Q
What instrument makes the rhythms in Palestinian music?
A
The doumbek
3
Q
How does the playing of the doumbek differentiate from the djembe?
A
It is played with a lighter touch and can produce an even greater range of sounds.
4
Q
What are the rhythm patterns used in Palestinian music called?
A
A wazn
5
Q
Give 2 examples of them:
A
Maqsum
Saidi
6
Q
What are modes?
A
The Arabic ‘equivalent’ to scales
7
Q
What are 3 examples of modes?
A
Dorian
Phrygian
Lydian
8
Q
Name a Palestinian Singer/Band:
A
Le Trio Joubran
