How many notes are there in a basic “parent” or “mother” scale (melakarta) to which all ragas relate?

What will be an ideal response?


• seven

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What traditional practice in Yoruba culture is used to determine the source of a client's problem?

A. rituals involving a medicinal herb that induces visions B. a session where opposing forces of order and disorder are mediated through a diviner C. a trial of endurance enacted as part of an initiation ceremony D. consult with a tribal shaman

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This device enabled filmmakers to eliminate the need for such expensive devices as cranes and dollies, which can restrict camera movements considerably

A. the Steadicam B. the zoom lens C. the tripod D. the high speed camera

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Which of the following musical features stand(s) out in the selection??

a. ?Easy rhythms. b. ?Predictable pop. c. ?Combination of Western and Indonesian instruments. d. ?No Western instruments.

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