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European music

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  Major types of European  music Traditional European music is best exemplified by the classical music genre, as many noted classical musicians were from Europe. < A capella <Celtic chant  <Drum & bass

Hip Hop Music

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  What is Hip hop music?  The expressive and dynamic genre of hip hop music has grown beyond its origins to become a worldwide cultural phenomenon. Hip hop, which began as a local street art form in the Bronx, New York City, in the 1970s, has evolved into a powerful force in music, fashion, politics, and social movements. Let's examine the development of hip hop music and its continuing influence on the community. Origins and early development Block parties in the Bronx are credited for giving rise to hip hop culture. DJs such as Kool Herc, Grandmaster Flash, and Afrika Bambaataa would spin records, produce breakbeats, and captivate the audience with their mastery of rhythm. These events served as safe spaces for expression and community development in areas that were frequently rife with violence and poverty, thus they were more than just parties. Four essential components of early hip hop were breakdancing, graffiti painting, MCing (rapping), and DJing. These components work...

Bollywood music

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 There are 4 types in Indian music. Alap,jhor,jhala and Brandish Bollywood music is derived from song and dance routines in Hindi films Due to their enduring popular appeal and cultural impact  Bollywood songs and dance are a characteristic motif of Hindi cinema

J-POP music

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What is J-Pop? Japanese pop culture has included the musical genre known as J-pop , which is an acronym for Japanese pop or Japanese pop music, since the middle of the 20th century. J-pop encompasses a wide range of musical styles, including pop-rock, folk, jazz, vocal ballads, and “idol pop,” which showcases the highly polished and heavily promoted performers known as Japanese idols and idol groups. Since the early 1990s, pop bands, pop stars, boy bands, girl groups, and certain performers from the hip-hop and rock worlds have been included in the term "J-pop," which has evolved to refer to music by vocalists and musical groups outside of the hard rock, metal, punk, and electronic music genres. Similar to its Western equivalent, J-pop music is radio-friendly, uplifting, and easily listened to. Its supporters have an optimistic outlook, and the songs touch on relatable yet basic subjects like striving, happiness, and first love and heartbreak. Similar to Western music, J-pop...

FOLK MUSIC

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FOLK MUSIC 💜 Folk refers to various musical, oral, and cultural traditions from specific regions and societies worldwide, derived from the German word 'volk' meaning 'people'. What is folk world music ? 💜Folk music originates from non-professional cultural traditions, while world music refers to music unique to a specific country or culture. Characteristic of folk music? 💜Traditional folk culture songs or pieces rely on community acceptance and change as passed from one individual to another, indicating their importance in cultural expression. Who created folk music? 💜 Folk music, derived from German volk, originated as a traditional genre associated with regional folklore. Woody Guthrie is considered the first significant contributor to the genre. What instruments use to folk music? 💜Fiddle, tuned similarly to classical violin, is associated with folk music for centuries. Recently, cello and viola have gained popularity in folk music.

VOCAL MUSIC

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  VOCAL MUSIC 💚This refers to various genres for solo and combined voices, including monophonic and polyphonic music, with or without instrumental accompaniment. The four main vocal ranges are? 💚Soprano is a high female voice, alto is a low female voice, tenor is a high adult male voice, and bass is a low adult male voice. How to identify the voice? 💚 Voice type is influenced by factors such as tessitura and timbre, which are not just the top and bottom notes.

SOUL MUSIC

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SOUL MUSIC 💜Soul music, originating in the late 1950s and early 1960s, is a popular genre originating from the African-American community in the United States. What is R&B soul music? 💜In the late 1980s, "contemporary R&B" emerged as a newer style of R&B, blending rhythm and blues with elements of pop, soul, funk, disco, hip hop, and electronic music. Why soul music so powerful? 💜Soul music, characterized by passionate vocals, powerful rhythms, and honest lyrics, resonated with a young African American generation, becoming a symbol of social and political changes. Who is the father of soul music? 💜 Charles, known as "Father of Soul," pioneered the integration of country, rhythm and blues, and pop music in the 1960s. What are the characteristic of soul music? 💜Rock and roll, influenced by Elvis Presley, is a white interpretation of rhythm and blues, while soul, rooted in African American gospel and blues, features intense vocals and melisma.

background music

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 Background music (British English: pipe music) is a mode of musical performance in which the music is not intended to be the primary focus of attention of potential listeners, but the level of its content, character, and volume are deliberately chosen to influence behavioral and emotional responses in humans such as concentration, relaxation,...  these are some example for background music: https://www.musicianwave.com/types-of-instrumental-music/

Instrumental music

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Instrumental music is a tribute to the tremendous ability of sound to communicate, evoke, and transcend within the wide fabric of musical expression. When instrumental works are liberated from the narrative limitations imposed by lyrics, they have a unique capacity to transcend linguistic and cultural barriers and connect with the core of human emotion and imagination. Instrumental music represents the highest level of sound talent in its most basic form. By combining melody, harmony, rhythm, and timbre, it creates complex stories that connect with listeners on a deep emotional level. Without words, the listener is ushered into an infinitely interpreted space in which the music takes on the role of a reflection of their own ideas, emotions, and experiences. The ability of instrumental music to elicit a wide range of emotions without the need for clear spoken indications is one of its most captivating features. While a thunderous crescendo can elicit thoughts of triumph or exhilaration,...

Rock Music

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Rock & roll gave rise to rock music, which soon took off on its own. It is renowned for its powerful, upbeat beats, heightened instrumentation, and poignant lyrics. Rock music is frequently praised for its unadulterated, raw sound and has long been linked to social criticism and revolt. Rock evolved from a number of then-popular genres, including blues, country, folk, jazz, and other forms. It became a universally recognized and enormously popular genre that swept the globe. Acoustic drums, electric guitar, bass, keyboard, and other electric instruments are all used in rock music. Subgenres include punk rock, hard rock, indie rock, and alternative rock.