Bhangra

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GCSE Music (Area of Study 3) Flashcards on Bhangra, created by Grace Isaac on 19/04/2016.
Grace Isaac
Flashcards by Grace Isaac, updated more than 1 year ago
Grace Isaac
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What dance movements are used in Bhangra? 1. In a group 2. Often in a circle 3. Energetic 4. Acrobatic stunts 5. "Picking apples"
What venue is typical of Bhangra? Indian Wedding or a Night club
Where does Bhangra originate? The Punjab region
What metre is used in Bhangra? 4/4
What rhythm is played on the drums? Chaal
What drums are used to play the Chaal rhythm? Dhol drums
What is the tempo in Bhangra like? Fast (140-180 bpm)
What is the the range of the melody usually like in Bhangra? Small
What is typical of a Bhangra melody? 1. Notes go down at the end of a phrase 2. Ornamentation 3.Written in Punjabi
What instruments are used in Bhangra? Dhol drum, sitar and music technology
What structure is typically used in Bhangra? Verse - chorus (Instrumental introduction)
What is an example of a Bhangra composer? Sukshinder Shinda
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