Question 1

Which statement is not true regarding vernacular music in America?&#10;A) Vernacular music was popular in early American music.&#10;B) Vernacular music composition required extensive musical training.&#10;C) Vernacular music was associated with minstrel shows and circuses.&#10;D) Vernacular music was sporadically preserved.

Accepted Answer

Vernacular music in America was often created by amateur musicians without formal musical training. Therefore, option B, which suggests extensive musical training is required for composing vernacular music, is not true.

Question 2

American vernacular music reflects which of the following?&#10;A) regional influences&#10;B) sophisticated compositional rules&#10;C) highly recognized composers&#10;D) European compositional style

Accepted Answer

American vernacular music, such as blues, jazz, and country, is heavily influenced by regional styles and traditions, rather than adhering to sophisticated compositional rules or European compositional style. While there may be recognized composers within these genres, the emphasis is often on the collective creativity of musicians and performers.

Question 3

Which type of musical genre is frequently associated with the term &#34;vernacular?&#34;&#10;A) classical&#10;B) art music&#10;C) popular music&#10;D) Baroque

Accepted Answer

The term "vernacular" typically refers to the language spoken by the people in a particular region or country, and is often associated with popular music genres that are rooted in the culture and traditions of that area. Classical and Baroque music are typically more formal and structured, while art music generally refers to any type of music created for aesthetic or intellectual purposes, regardless of genre or style. Therefore, option C, popular music, is the genre most frequently associated with the term "vernacular."

Question 4

Which of the following is least associated with the vernacular?&#10;A) collage&#10;B) comic books&#10;C) swing music&#10;D) impressionism

Accepted Answer

Impressionism is a style of art that developed in the late 19th century, characterized by short brushstrokes, vibrant colors, and an emphasis on depicting the effects of light. While it was innovative for its time, it is not usually considered a part of the vernacular, which refers to the everyday language, culture, and practices of a particular group of people. In contrast, collages, comic books, and swing music are all examples of vernacular forms of expression that have developed within specific communities and gained widespread popularity.

Deck 28: The Growth of Vernacular Traditions