Music Texture Quiz

Texture in music depends on the number of musical sounds put together. What texture has a single melodic line accompanied by chords?

• monophonic

• homophonic

• polyphonic

• heterophonic

Tempo is usually measured in beats per minute. Which of the following reflects the fastest tempo?

• Largo

• Vivace

• Presto

• Allegro

Tempo may vary or change in movement from slow to fast or from fast to slow. What tempo is gradually becoming faster?

• Presto

• Accelerando

• Largo

• Ritardando

One important aspect in music is that musicians give attention to singing or playing in a specific rate of speed. Which element of music shows how fast or slow the song is to be played or sang?

• dynamics

• tempo

• texture

• Lento

What kind of polyphonic texture is created when two songs can be put harmoniously and can be sung together?

• duet

• round song

• ensemble

• partner song

Polyphonic music uses 2 or more independent melodies sung or played together. Which of the following vocal music made up of 2-4 groups singing in imitation the first voice followed by other voices singing the same melody in different entrances?

• round song

• duet

• ensemble

• partner song

What musical element refers to the layering of sounds to create thick or thin quality in music composition?

• dynamics

• melody

• tempo

• texture

A joyful musical piece should be played in a fast and lively tempo. Which of the following tempo marking fits this tempo?

• Vivace

• Allegro

• Largo

• Moderato

Mrs. Cruz lets her pupils sing the song Are You Sleeping in a 3-part round song. What kind of texture do the children create during the activity?

• monophonic

• heterophonic

• polyphonic

• homophonic

The following vocal music uses monophonic texture except one. Which of the following does NOT belong to the group?

• solo a cappella

• round song

• unison

• chant