Musical instruments of the UAE

What role do traditional musical instruments play in Emirati culture?

(from the passage)

• Traditional musical instruments are rarely used in Emirati culture and are mostly only seen in museums.

• • However each year fewer people are learning how to play traditional instruments and the Emirates are in danger of losing this important part of their culture."

• A series of unique musical instruments are at the centre of Emirati culture. They are played at family celebrations such as engagements and weddings, and holidays such as National Day and Eid."

• • Television programs from the 1970s and 1980s discouraged people from playing traditional music, as they promoted only Western music.

Why are traditional musical instruments at risk of disappearing in the Emirates?

(from the passage)

• The college will help to eliminate traditional music and introduce only international musical instruments to Emirati students.

• Traditional instruments are disappearing because they are illegal to play in public spaces

• • However each year fewer people are learning how to play traditional instruments and the Emirates are in danger of losing this important part of their culture.

Name two traditional instruments mentioned in the passage and describe them briefly

Name two traditional instruments mentioned in the passage

What impact did television programs in the 1970s and 1980s have on traditional Emirati music?

• • These instruments were often featured in television programs during the 1970s and 1980s, and this inspired many young people to learn to play one."

• Television programs from the 1970s and 1980s discouraged people from playing traditional music, as they promoted only Western music.

• • Guitar: A modern instrument that is popular in Emirati culture, often played at weddings.

  • Piano: An ancient Emirati instrument that is traditionally played during National Day celebrations.

How many strings does the rababa have?

• The rababa has 15 strings

• The rababa has 11 strings

• The rababa has one string

The large (a)   is played during the famous Al Ayalah dance

Who is a famous oud player mentioned in the passage?

• jamal al-nueami

• Mehad Hammad

• muhammad ahmad

• naser sulaimani

Why is it important to preserve traditional Emirati music, and how can a college help with this?

(open question)

What material covers the base of the tambura?

• metal

• fabric

• animal skin

• plastic