Briefly discuss why it is necessary to view Indian music (or any music for that matter) in its cultural and performance context.

What will be an ideal response?


 to better understand the function and uses of the musicto better understand the significance of the music as understood by the particular communityto better understand the role this particular music plays in a particular society  

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Identify the listening example

a. Wagner, Ride of the Valkyries b. Berlioz, Symphonie fantastique c. Tchaikovsky, The Nutcracker, “Dance of the Reed Pipes” d. Musorgsky, Pictures at an Exhibition, “Great Gate of Kiev” e. Brahms, Violin Concerto

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Prior to the Harlem Renaissance, most African-American painting and sculpture was seen

a)  in the Harmon Foundation traveling exhibition. b)  at the Museum of Modern Art. c)  in New York galleries. d)  through public, city-sponsored exhibitions.

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Doryphoros translates to ____

a. spear-bearer b. warrior c. man with a weapon d. godlike defender

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In one sentence, describe what makes measuring Internet radio audiences more precise than conventional radio.

What will be an ideal response?

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