Latin Amarica Flashcards
(13 cards)
The term Bossa Nova means…
‘new trend’ or ‘new way’ or ‘new fashion
“Many dances are now commonly linked with Latin music such as:
Tango, Bossa Nova, Samba, Salsa, Cha-cha, Merengue and rumba
_________ and __________invaders in the sixteenth century brought with them their own songs and dances influencing this Andean music.
Spanish and Portuguese
The music of Latin America was first derived from the __________________who live in the ___________________
native Indians
Andean Mountains
Name some music techniques
Samba call and response
What are panpipes?
These were used often in Latin American Music, they consist of hollow pipes of bamboo made to various lengths. A sound is made by blowing the top of the pipes.
What is a charango?
The charango is a version of the European mandolin type instrument brought by the Spanish settlers. ‘Charango’ means ‘ Armadillo’ in the Quechua language.
What is a bombo?
This is a deep Andean drum. It is found in many Latin American pieces. You can hear it in the piece Floreo de llamas below.
Name some percussion instruments
Cabasa
Claves
Guiro
Maracas
What is ostinato?
repeated rhythmic patterns
What is Polyrhythms?
Two or more rhythms played simultaneously
What is syncopation?
When the weak or off beat is stressed
Name some techniques Latin music often uses.
Ostinato
Polyrhythms
Syncopation
Call and response
