Practice Practical Application: Identifying Instruments by Ear, Performing with Dynamic Variations - 1.4.3 | Unit 1: The Building Blocks of Sound - Elements of Music | IB Grade 9 Music
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1.4.3 - Practical Application: Identifying Instruments by Ear, Performing with Dynamic Variations

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is timbre?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what makes a flute sound different from a trumpet.

Question 2

Easy

Name two dynamic markings and their meanings.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the terms we discussed in class.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the term used to describe the unique color of sound?

  • Timbre
  • Dynamics
  • Texture

πŸ’‘ Hint: It’s what makes a piano sound different from a guitar.

Question 2

True or False: Dynamics only refer to loud playing.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the range of soft to loud in music.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Listen to a symphony and write a detailed analysis of how timbre and dynamics are utilized to convey different emotions throughout the piece.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on moments where dynamics change dramatically.

Question 2

Compose a short piece of music using a minimum of three different instruments. Present your piece to the class while explaining how you used timbre and dynamic variations.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how to use loudness to create impact in certain sections.

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