5.1.2 - The Sound of Music (by Deborah Cowley and Evelyn Glennie; by N.K. Singh for Bismillah Khan)
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Practice Questions
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Who is Evelyn Glennie?
💡 Hint: Think about her impact on musicianship despite her disability.
What is a shehnai?
💡 Hint: Consider what events the shehnai is usually associated with.
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What method did Evelyn use to experience music?
💡 Hint: Think about how she adapted to her hearing challenges.
Bismillah Khan was known for elevating which instrument?
💡 Hint: Recall his contributions to Indian music.
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Debate the merits of how Evelyn Glennie's story could inspire others facing adversity.
💡 Hint: Consider how her story may affect people's views on disabilities.
Write an essay on the role of cultural identity in Bismillah Khan's music.
💡 Hint: Think about how cultural heritage impacts artistic expression.
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