Music

What dynasty is considered a golden age for Chinese opera, particularly known for the elegant Kunqu style?

• Tang Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

• Yuan Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

Mandopop and Cantopop are popular forms of music that emerged in the 20th and 21st centuries. What influence led to their creation?

• Flourishing of court music (Yayue)

• Silk Road trade influences

• Western musical styles

• Rise of Nanxi opera

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Traditional Chinese Music?

• Emphasis on pentatonic scales

• Use of instruments like the erhu and pipa

• Heavy influence from Western pop music

• Regional variations like Cantonese music

What element plays a significant role in defining the mood and imagery of Chinese music?

• Rhythmic complexity

• Timbre (instrumental colors)

• Extensive use of improvisation

• Lyrics written in English

What is the genre of Chinese music that blends modern and traditional sounds?

• Crossover music

• Folk music

• Pop music

• Classical music

Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, has impacted music trends by:

• Promoting established artists

• Making catchy song snippets go viral

• Focusing on music videos with elaborate storylines

• Encouraging longer and more complex songs