DCMA SP2021 Exam 4A

The simultaneous use of several rhythm patterns is called

All of the following describe "West Side Story" EXCEPT:

Avante-garde artists sought to distinguish themselves from traditional "high culture."

This 21st century movement, lead by Andy Warhol draws themes from modern urban life, comic strips, and commercial ads.

All 19th century musical styles disappeared from concert halls during the 20th century.

Which American city is considered the birthplace of Jazz?

All of the following describe rock-and-roll, EXCEPT:

"The Phantom of the Opera" is a musical by Andrew Lloyd Weber.

All of the following characteristics describe vaudeville, EXCEPT:

In Star Wars, the "Imperial March" is a leitmotif that describes the character

___ was probably the most important music development during the mid-20th century

All of the following describe Chuck Berry's "Roll Over Beethoven" EXCEPT:

Music that is performed on screen and is part of the drama itself is called ___.

Jazz trumpeter Louis Armstrong's nickname was

Billy Strayhorn's "Take the A Train" is a jazz song that refers to a NYC subway line.

Which of the following popular American music styles has its roots in African American music?

The concept of art was rejected by ____.

Which 21st century movement is best associated with the composer John Cage?

All of the following are musicals by Rodgers and Hammerstein, EXCEPT

The rock opera "Rent" was inspired by the Romantic Era opera "La Boheme."

The emphasis on rhythm brough the ___ section of the orchestra into greater prominence.

How many lines are in a verse of the blues?

Radio underwent enormous growth during the 1920's.

The artistic trends of the early 20th century are best described as a continuation of Romantic ideals.

The synthesizer is a keyboard instrument capable of ___.

All of the following film scores were composed by John Williams, EXCEPT: