How does the author of this chapter define popular music?

What will be an ideal response?


• Music that is characterized by some use of Western instruments/Western harmony, is commercial and disseminated through mass-media, and is performed by recognized stars

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Diao are what?

a. pentatonic modes 1 b. Buddhist rituals c. practitioners of Daoism d. vocal ornaments

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Airs are solo songs with lute accompaniment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Monteverdi was born in the country of___________

A) Romania B) Italy C) Ireland D) Brazil E) Spain

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Communicating ____ makes delivering routine messages to large numbers of people in widespread locations faster and more efficient.

a. electronically b. at small-group meetings c. via mail d. face-to-face

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