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Songs use melody, chords, rhythm, and lyrics to create a style and mood. In this KS3 Music quiz, explore how harmony and structure help a song sound complete.

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Fascinating Fact:

Harmony in songs is often created by chords, played on instruments like guitar, piano, or keyboards.

In KS3 Music, studying songs helps you spot how composers and songwriters build ideas using melody, harmony, rhythm, and texture. You also learn how song sections work together, so the music feels clear, balanced, and memorable.

  • Chord: Two or more notes played together to create harmony.
  • Verse: A repeated section where the lyrics usually change to tell more of the story.
  • Chorus: The main repeated section with the hook, often the most memorable part of the song.
What is harmony in a song?

Harmony in a song is created when notes sound at the same time, usually as chords. Harmony supports the melody and helps create a mood, such as bright, calm, or tense.

What is the difference between melody and harmony?

Melody is the main tune you can sing or hum, often one note at a time. Harmony is the supporting notes played with the melody, often as chords or extra vocal parts.

What are the main sections of a pop song?

Many pop songs use verses and a chorus, often with an introduction and a bridge. The chorus usually repeats the main idea, while verses develop the story or message.

1 .
Hooks and riffs are a common feature of .......
popular music from the 20th century onwards
solo concertos
baroque ensemble music
None of the above
Hooks are what 'grab' the listeners attention
2 .
Where is a hook usually found in a pop song?
The beginning of the song
The chorus
The end of the song
None of the above
It's a musical idea or phrase that is intended to be 'catchy' and defining of the song as a whole
3 .
What is a riff?
A cadenza section in a concerto
A repeated accompanying progression
A type of dance
A type of harmonic played by a guitar
Be it chordal or melodic. Often played by the rhythm section
4 .
What do song words and music often convey?
Social messages
Political messages
Cultural messages
All of the above
Perhaps a reason why songs have been so successful and enduring throughout different times and cultures. They are multi-functional and easily accessible
5 .
How are songs often arranged today?
By using a pen and paper
They're usually improvised
Using music technology
None of the above
The other two answers are still used, but technology has become more common
6 .
What does MIDI stand for?
Motion, Ignition and Dynamic Interface
Multi Instrument Digital Interface
Multi Instrument Drumming Interface
Musical Instrument Digital Interface
First invented in 1983
7 .
Multitrack is a method of .......
enhancing guitar effects pedals
sound recording
composing concertos
All of the above
Pioneered in the 1950s by the same Les Paul who invented the solid-body electric guitar (still sold and very commonly used today!)
8 .
What is a backing track?
A slow, reflective song
An accompanying audio or midi recording
An upbeat song with vocals and guitar solo
The technical term for a single at No. 2 in the charts
Backing tracks have done away with the need for a live band
9 .
What is meant by 'lead'?
A band member who sings/plays the main parts of the song
A type of metal used to coat guitar frets
A heavier genre of music than rock/metal
None of the above
He/she takes the 'lead' part
10 .
A pop ballad is often referred to as .......
a comedic song designed to entertain
a fast, aggressive track
a type of song based upon a drone
an emotional love song
Ballads often tell stories
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Music

Author:  Thomas Daish (Keyboard & Woodwind Specialist, Music Teacher & Quiz Writer)

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