Rock and Roll Flashcards
1
Q
When was the period of rock and roll?
A
1950’s and ‘60’s
2
Q
What are some examples of influenced rock and roll?
A
Gospel, Jazz, Blues and Country
3
Q
3 rock and roll singers?
A
Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry
4
Q
What is a common time signature of rock and roll?
A
4/4
5
Q
Tempo of rock and roll?
A
Fast with a heavy snare backbeat on beats 2 and 4
6
Q
What is the walking bass played on?
A
Upright (double) bass or bass guitar
7
Q
Structure of rock and roll?
A
Verse / chorus structure - often with an instrumental middle 8
8
Q
Typical instruments in rock and roll?
A
Electric guitar, saxophone, drum kit
9
Q
What are the vocals like in rock and roll?
A
Loud, rasping, high-pitched
10
Q
Common vocal techniques in rock and roll?
A
Falsetto, slides, vibrato, fall-offs
