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Salsa
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- 1Where does salsa come from?Spanish/Cuban communities in New York
- 2Describe the dance moves of Salsa.1. Paired dance
2. Steps in 4 beat patterns
3. Spins and holds
4. Upper body remains upright
5. Hips curve and sway - 3What instruments are used in Salsa?Claves, guiro, maracas, bongo, cnga, timbales, trombone, trumpets, piano, bass guitar and a WHISTLE
- 4What is the name of the solo singer in Salsa?Sonero
- 5What is the name of a group of singers in Salsa?Choro
- 6What time signature is used in Salsa?4/4
- 7Describe the melody.1. Simple melody
2. Simple harmonies
3. Improvisation
4. Call and response - 8What are the lyrics usually about in Salsa?1. Latin Pride
2. Music
3. Romance
4. Politics - 9What structure is used in Salsa?Instrumental intro - verse - motuno - mambo - break
- 10What is a Montuno in Salsa?A chorus with call and response
- 11What is a mambo?New chords or tune within a song
- 12What is the break in a Salsa?A part of the music with no tune, just rhythms on percussion, piano and bass
- 13Give an example of a salsa composer.Celia Cruz, Tito Puento and Eddie Palmieri
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- GCSE Music (Area of Study 3) Flashcards on Salsa, created by Grace Isaac on 19/04/2016.
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