What is 'Jōkyō' in traditional Japanese music notation?
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| 1 | What is 'Jōkyō' in traditional Japanese music notation? | Jōkyō (上行) indicates a phrase or note that ascends in pitch. | Think of 'up' in the term |
| 2 | What does the term 'Hikui' refer to in performance techniques? | Hikui (低い) means 'low' or 'lowered,' referring to a lower pitch or dynamic in performance. | Opposite of 'takai' (high) |
| 3 | What is the significance of the 'Fuda' in traditional music notation? | Fuda (札) are small paper or wooden tags used to indicate specific notes or performance cues in oral tradition. | Think of it as a cue card |
| 4 | Define 'Ma' in the context of Japanese musical expression. | Ma (間) refers to the space or interval between sounds, emphasizing timing and silence in performance. | Consider it as 'pause' or 'space' |
| 5 | What does 'Kakegoe' mean in traditional Japanese music? | Kakegoe (掛け声) are vocal shouts or rhythmic calls used to keep time or motivate performers. | Think of it as a call or shout |
| 6 | Describe the function of 'Shōten' in musical notation. | Shōten (小点) are small dots placed above or below notes to indicate a slight delay or lengthening of the note. | Similar to dotted notes in Western music |
| 7 | What is the purpose of 'Furitsuke' in performance? | Furitsuke (振付) refers to expressive bowing or movement techniques used to convey emotion during performance. | Related to expressive gestures |
| 8 | Explain the term 'Kōki' in musical expression. | Kōki (光輝) signifies brightness or brilliance in tone or performance, often achieved through nuanced technique. | Think of 'glow' or 'shine' |
| 9 | What does the notation 'Kurabari' indicate? | Kurabari (倶楽比) indicates a note or phrase should be played with a slight hesitation or rubato for expressive effect. | Similar to 'rubato' in Western music |
| 10 | How is 'Nukime' used in traditional Japanese music performance? | Nukime (抜目) refers to the subtle silences or pauses that create rhythmic and expressive contrast. | Think of it as a strategic silence |
| 11 | What does 'Tōrō' mean in the context of musical notation? | Tōrō (灯籠) are lantern-shaped symbols indicating a sustained or glowing tone, often used metaphorically for sustained sound. | Literally means 'lantern' |
| 12 | Define 'Shōgen' in Japanese music notation. | Shōgen (唱源) refers to the fundamental vocal or instrumental tone that guides the performance. | Think of it as the 'main pitch' or 'root tone' |
| 13 | What is 'Sashi' in performance context? | Sashi (差し) indicates a subtle emphasis or accent on a particular note or phrase. | Similar to an accent in Western music |
| 14 | What does 'Kake' refer to in traditional music? | Kake (掛け) refers to a sustained or held note, often used in vocal or instrumental performance to create resonance. | Think of it as a 'hold' or 'sustain' |
| 15 | Explain the term 'Hajime' in the context of performance. | Hajime (始め) marks the beginning of a piece or phrase, often signaled by a specific cue or gesture. | Means 'start' or 'beginning' |
| 16 | What is the meaning of 'Oto' in Japanese musical terms? | Oto (音) simply means 'sound' or 'tone' in Japanese musical language. | Basic term for sound |
| 17 | Describe the purpose of 'Kakegoe' in ensemble playing. | Kakegoe (掛け声) are vocal calls used to synchronize or motivate performers in an ensemble. | Think of it as rhythmic shouts |
| 18 | What does 'Shōkyo' indicate in notation? | Shōkyo (小境) indicates a small modulation or shift in tone quality or pitch within a phrase. | Similar to a subtle key change |
| 19 | What is 'Tō' in the context of Japanese musical notation? | Tō (透) signifies transparency or clarity of tone, suggesting a light, clear sound. | Think of 'transparency' |
| 20 | Define 'Shōkyū' in traditional music techniques. | Shōkyū (唱休) refers to a deliberate pause or rest in singing or playing, emphasizing phrasing. | Like a musical rest or breath |
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