Originally refers to a German Protestant hymn tune. In composition, it typically means a choral composition for voices or instruments, such as a Bach chorale. The word “Chorale” is also sometimes used as the name of a choir or chorus.
The frequency* of a note determining how high or low it sounds (* “frequency” in this context is the number of complete oscillations per second of energy as sound in the form of sound-waves).
When a flat symbol ♭ is added to a note it lowers the note by a half-step. For example, if we have the note D and we add a flat to it the note now becomes D-flat or D♭.
A group of pitches based on a particular tonic, and comprising a scale, regarded as forming the tonal basis of a piece or section of music.
When a sharp symbol ♯ is added to a note it raises the note by a half-step. For example, if we have the note G and we add a sharp to it the note now becomes G-sharp, or G♯.
1) A group of musicians playing together like an orchestra or a string quartet;
2) The actual act of playing as a unit, or performing together.
An extended solo (played alone) for the soloist in a concerto. A cadenza can also be a solo in an orchestral work for one or a group of instruments.
A symbol that tells the performer to hold the note as long as s/he would like, but certainly longer than the written note value.
Meaning wide, broad. In music a tempo marking meaning to be performed quite slowly.
10. What is andante (Italian)?
Meaning a walking tempo or walking pace; a moderate speed.
11. What is step (or “whole step”)?
A musical interval between pitches (such as C–D or C–B♭) comprising two half steps.
Always. For example, sempre forte would mean always loud.
Music that is easy to listen to and understand.
A work for one performer or a group of performers with orchestral accompaniment.
An identifiable succession of musical sounds, but shorter than a complete melody.
The organization of all the tones and harmonies of a piece of music in relation to a tonic.
A large unit within a symphony or concerto. It usually is comprised of many themes or musical ideas.
Loud or strong.
A symbol used in musical notation indicating to gradually quicken tempo.
Regular pattern within a bar or measure.
A musical interval (as E-F or B-C) equivalent to 1⁄12 of an octave.
More. For example, piu piano would mean more softly.
An identifiable succession of musical sounds.
A musical work used as an announcement, often played by the brass section of the orchestra or a single instrumentalist like a trumpet.
25. Tell me what is your most treasured possession?
A letter from my father. I only received three in his lifetime and one is particularly special.
An emphasis or “punch” at the beginning of a musical sound.
Meaning to be performed sweetly or delicately.
28. What is larghetto (Italian)?
Usually slightly faster than largo.
29. Tell me what is resolution?
A group of chords can create harmonic tension. When this tension is released with a calm chord, or a chord without tension, it is “resolved” and is thus called a resolution.
30. What is Decrescendo/Diminuendo (Italian)?
Getting softer; the opposite of crescendo.
31. Tell us where do you draw your inspiration from?
A lot of my baskets are derived from traditional styles which I like to change to suit my needs. I am inspired by rugged nature, rocks and trees. Anything with texture.
32. Basic Musical Instrument Maker Job Interview Questions:
☛ Where did you grow up?
☛ For how long did your family live in the area(s)?
☛ How many siblings did you have? What were their names and ages?
☛ What were your siblings like?
☛ Did other family members live in the area? If so, who?
☛ Did you live on a farm? If so, what kind of crops did you grow?
☛ Did you keep livestock or other animals?
☛ Did you have any pets?
☛ What was your house or apartment like? How many rooms were in it?
☛ What kind of amenities did your home have? (indoor plumbing, electricity or gas, phone, television)
☛ Do any items from the house stand out in your mind as favorites?
☛ What was the neighborhood like?
☛ Did the town have a railroad? Post office? Stores?
☛ What was your family's religious affiliation?
☛ Where did you go to church?
☛ What religious ceremonies did you take part in?
☛ Did you have godparents or sponsors?
☛ Where did you go to school?
☛ What level of education do you have?
☛ What was your favorite subject to study?
☛ Did you have any special interests when you were growing up?
☛ What kind of games did you play?
☛ What was your favorite toy?
☛ What did you do for fun?
☛ Did your family ever take trips or go on vacations?
☛ Do you speak any foreign languages?
☛ Did you have family reunions?
☛ Who were your friends when you were growing up?
☛ Can you tell me about some close friends of the family?
☛ Can you describe the personalities of your family members?
☛ Are there any physical characteristics that run in your family?
☛ Were there any illnesses in your family?
33. Professional Musical Instrument Maker Job Interview Questions:
☛ Do any illnesses run in the family?
☛ Did your family have any traditions?
☛ Can you remember any stories that were told to you as a child (fictional, folklore, or real life)?
☛ What events stand out to you from your childhood?
☛ What inventions or developments changed your life, and how?
☛ What were your parents' occupations?
☛ Where did your parents work?
☛ Did you work? Where?
☛ Did anyone in your family serve in the military?
☛ Did anyone in your family hold a public office?
☛ Did anyone in your family play a musical instrument?
☛ What was your favorite song?
☛ What were your family's favorite meals? Are there any special family recipes?
☛ Were certain foods eaten or avoided on certain occasions?
☛ Were you ever mentioned in a newspaper?
☛ What kinds of organizations did your family belong to?
☛ What special skills do you have?
☛ How did you choose your profession?
☛ When did you move away from home?
☛ Have you ever been married? If so, to whom? When?
☛ Where did you meet your husband/wife?
☛ What qualities drew you to him/her?
☛ Did you exchange any special gifts?
☛ How long did you date before getting married?
☛ Where did you get married?
☛ Who participated in your wedding?
☛ Did you have a reception? Was there music? What songs were played?
☛ Do you have a copy of your wedding invitation?
☛ Was there an announcement in the newspaper? Which paper?
☛ How many children do you have?
☛ How many are still living?
☛ What stories did you tell your children when they were growing up?
One or more vocalists performing without an accompaniment.
A specific number of musical sounds that are organized within a measure, and that are contained within two solid lines called bar lines.
