1where is Calypso from?
Trinidad and Tobago
2Is it lyrically or melodically dominated?
they are both equally important. lyrics tell a story.
3what is the texture?
simple Melody and accompaniment
4how would the melody be described?
Simple and cantabile
5what time signatures are often used?
2/4 and 4/4
6what are the lyrics about?
Troubles, and everyday happenings. lighthearted and happy.
8what is the main instrument?
steel pans
9what are the highest parts of a steel drum called?
tenors or ping pings.
10what are the middle pitched parts of a steel drum called?
altos, guitars or cellos
11what are the lowest pitched parts of a steel drum called?
bass