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Introduction to World Music
Self-Study, Chapter Ten Worksheet 5 points each answer
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1.
Chapter Introduction. In a paragraph, summarize in your own words the introduction to
this chapter’s premise on the aspects of music that inform “Identity.”
In the Chapter Ten Introduction on Music and Identity it mentions how “identity” is quite normally described by a person’s nationality, gender, class, social economic status, etc., and it is also associated with the groups a person identifies with such as LGBTQ+. Along with that, sometimes the most familiar parts of our identities come so invisible that they are compared to the background music in public places such as music in elevators, or in restaurants. The term for this description is “Muzak” at it is heard passively, people do not listen actively to these types of music. 2.
How do you see aspects of Transcultural Music Identity in the music familiar to you?
Aspects of Transcultural Music Identity in the music I listen to is seeing African American rappers showing their culture or setbacks in their life within their songs. These rappers showcase their identities and race through their music and any struggles they may have come across because of their race or culture because of their feelings towards the discrimination they face in everyday life. Spreading these feelings
through music can be important to them as a way to express themselves also educate others who do not face these discriminations. 3.
What do you see as the personal and social benefits of Karaoke? How does the idea of karaoke appear in different settings (not the formal way of getting up on stage)?
I see the personal benefits of Karaoke to express oneself by choosing specific songs to sing. Everything one does and every song one may pick reflects their inner thoughts and personality. As a social benefit I think being vulnerable in front of other can help to grow a person’s confidence and help a person get out of their comfort zone because
it can be very scary getting up in front of multiple people to sing. The idea of karaoke appears in many settings not including getting on a stage. There have been times where my little sisters and I look up Karaoke songs on YouTube and just sing to them just because. Another example would be singing songs in the car because people choose to sing the songs differently and may even add in a few of their own words if they do not know the song very well. 4.
Cajun Music. In a paragraph, summarize in your own words the components of culture (people, place, language, etc) and musical facets (distinctive sounds, settings, significance) that combine to create Cajun Music
The Cajun language is French, and they have a geographical location of Southwest Louisiana. The traditions they have can go all the way back to the French speaking people who arrived in Louisiana during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Shortly after the Cajuns moved into Louisiana, they encountered Native Americans, Spanish, African Americans, and European Americans, and this mix between all these different backgrounds became known as Cajun music. The music is known for its
accordion and distinctive French dialect through singing. Other common instruments include the guitar, fiddle, triangle, and drums. The accordion is at the heart of the Cajun sound because it allows for the lengthening of the songs. Cajun music helped to revive a language that was hardly spoken but aside from that Cajun music was typically performed in places that ensured its association with the Cajun family and social life. 5.
Zydeco Music. In a paragraph, summarize in your own words the components of culture (people, place, language, etc) and musical facets (distinctive sounds, settings, significance) that combine to create Zydeco Music
The Creole language is French, and they have the geographical location of Southwest Louisiana. The Creole people are a heterogeneous group of Spanish, French, African, or Afro-Caribbean descent. The traditions they have can go all the way back to the French speaking people who arrived in Louisiana during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The Creole musical style most closely related to their identity is
Zydeco music which emerged in the mid twentieth century. Zydeco music uses the core ensemble of accordion, voice, fiddle, piano, and electric guitar. The distinctive sound of the Zydeco music is from a “found” instrument called the “rub board” or a steel “washboard” on which a spoon or a bottle opener is rubbed. 6. Allons A Lafayette (Listening Guide #80)
Describe the sounds of the chordophone and aerophone instruments in this tune – what
kinds of sound quality do they have, and what role do they play in the tune?
Falcon sings the verse; the fiddle plays a more ornamented version of the melody in a low register. The bass guitar and drums provide harmonic support and keep the beat strong.
What instruments are creating the rhythm of the piece, and how are they doing that? The background instruments I listed above created the rhythm section. Is it a steady, explicit pulse you are hearing, or free rhythm? I would say the pulse is more on the steady side. How can you tell? I can tell because the background seems to be steady throughout.
Explain the significance of the lyrics. What do these words mean, and how do they reflect the local culture?
They are explaining about their French heritage throughout the lyrics which is significant because their language is French. 7. Sont Pas Sale (Listening Guide #81)
How do the instrument sound distinctively different from the Cajun song Allons a Lafayette?
The sound of the scratching on the rub board is very distinctive and the levelness and faster pace of the instruments are different.
Explain in your own words how this song’s sounds, lyrics, and significance reflect distinctively Creole ethnic roots
The verses and refrain are typical in Zydeco music which is part of the significance in this piece. The button accordion played by Queen Ida is straight out of Zydeco style with reference to the Latina or rock and roll influences heard in her other songs. The rub board providing the rhythm and backup characteristic of Zydeco music.
8. C’est Moi (Listening Guide #82) and Creole Cowboy Two Step (Listening Guide #83)
Identify the distinctive sounds that you hear that would help you distinguish between these two songs.
The two tempos between the two are different. The first song is more moderate compared to the “Creole Cowboy Two Step.” The two rhythms between the accordion in both the starts of the songs are also different which makes for an easier way to distinguish between the two.
Explain how the topics of both songs reflect both Zydeco cultural roots and also the particular backgrounds and intentions of the songs’ creators
The songs are mentioning how they come from Louisiana and are playing a common instrument (the accordion) in Zydeco culture. The singing of Zydeco music is very important to their culture, so being able to express themselves through Zydeco music is significant.
Could a cultural outsider enjoy these tunes? Explain why/why not
I think cultural outsiders could enjoy these tunes especially if they did their research to understand the significance between the phrases being sung and what they were singing about. 9. What are some local musical distinctions you have observed in the communities you have lived in - How does music delineate different neighborhoods or people in these communities?
Almost everyone in my hometown loves country music, I am from Detroit Lakes MN which is up north a way. My town also holds an annual country festival which is a huge event with famous headlines, for example this year is Morgan Wallen. I noticed, here there is very little love for country music, most people actually hate it. I feel that country music mostly talks about outdoor type things such as hunting and fishing, which is very uncommon to do in the cities. Another example may be the music in New Orleans because that is very important to their culture but may be odd to other cultures such as the funeral songs where they play mourning songs then play celebratory songs. 10. Learning Outcomes. List three significant “New Learning” items you gained from these studies, and one question that you have.
-One new learning item I gained is the Karaoke was originally popular in bars and night clubs in place of live performances. -I also learned the Cajuns and Creoles share the same heritage of French language and geographical location. -I also learned how important the accordion was to their culture since it is an instrument in every song. One question I have is how does culture die out? In my question four answer I mentioned how Cajun music helped to bring back their language, but how does language just disappear. I
understand that they faced discrimination and were forced to not speak French in public but that does not stop them from doing it in private. Just one thing I am curious about.
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