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Tango

Grace Isaac Music GCSE English 10 cards

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1Where does Tango come from?Argentina, (Buenos Aires)
2When was Tango created?1950s
3What dance moves are used in Tango?1. Partners in a close hold (Male and Female)
2. Walking steps
3. Upper body remains upright
4. Fast, jerking movements
5. Woman makes fast kicks and intertwines her legs
4How many beats are usually in a bar in Tango?2 or 4
5Describe the tempo of Tango music.Moderate
6Describe the rhythms used in Tango.1.Dotted rhythms
2. Syncopation
3.Strongly accented notes
4. Sustained notes
5. Sticcato
7What tonality is usually used in Tango?Minor
8Describe the melody?1. Jazzy chords with a 7th or 9th
2. Chromatic notes
9What instruments are used in Tango?Bandoneon (accordion), violin, piano, bass and castanets
10Name two composers of Tango music.Astor Piazzola and Rodrigues

Description: GCSE Music (Area of Study 3) Flashcards on Tango, created by Grace Isaac on 19/04/2016.
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