2. POP MUSIC
• ALSO CALLED THE “PEOPLES MUSIC”
• POP MUSIC IS SAID TO BE THE MUSIC OF THE MAJORITY,
SOMETHING APPRECIATED AR HAS APPEALED MAN.
3. DISTINCT CHARACTERISTICS OF POP MUSIC
• ACCESSIBILITY AND CATCHINESS
• DIVERSITY OF GENRES
• INFLUENCE OF TECHNOLOGY
• CULTURAL REFLECTION
4. ACTIVITY 1
EACH GROUP WILL BE GIVEN A SONG TO ANALYZE MUSICAL ELEMENTS
USED AND IDENTIFY THE GENRE OF THE SONG
1. SOMEONE LIKE YOU BY ADELE
2. BILLIE JEAN BY MICHEAL JACKSON
3. JOHNNY B. GOODE BY CHUCK BERRY
4. STAYING ALIVE BY BEE GEES
5. LOOSE YOURSELF BY EMINEM
6. SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT BY NIRVANA
5. GENRES OF POP MUSIC
• BALLAD- it is a light, simple narrative poem of folk origin,
composed of short stanzas and adapted for singing. It is a
simple song, especially one sentimental or romantic
character, having 2 or more stanzas all sang to the same
melody.
• RHYTHM AND BLUES-also known as r&b or rnb. It is a black
popular music of the 1950’s. It is a combination of different
popular music genres like jazz, gospel and blues. Also in
quadruple meter with danceable speed.
6. GENRES OF POP MUSIC
• ROCK AND ROLL- a popular style evolved in the 1950’s from a
combination of rnb and country-western music characteristics.
Famous performer of rock n roll were Ray Charles and James Brown.
• Elvis Presley- “KING OF ROCK AND ROLL”. Presley’s hit songs were
“Love me Tender,” “Hound Dog,” and “Heartbreak Hotel.”
• The Beatles- this British rock group was formed in 1960 in Liverpool,
England . The group consisted of Paul McCartney, John Lennon,
George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. “Love me do, I want to hold your
hand, Twist and shout, hey jude, yesterday, let it be and Yellow
Submarine were some of their best-selling songs.
7. GENRES OF POP MUSIC
• DISCO- a style of pop music in the 1970’s and is
distinguished form of dance music. Its name is derived
from French DISCOTHEQUE, which means a type of
dance-oriented nightclub that first appeared in 1960’s.
• RAP- a spoken word delivered quickly in rhymed
verses. It is a rock music that evolved in the 1970’s. it
is accompanied by hip-hop music.
8. GENRES OF POP MUSIC
• ALTERNATIVE- started in the late 1980’s and early
1990’s. It is a do-it-yourself type of music of different
musical bands. Its definition refers to its distinction
from typical rock music, which is expressed by
distorting the guitar sound in a different and defiant
attitude.
9. GENERLIZATION
• WHAT ARE THE DISTINCTIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF POPULAR MUSIC?
• WHAT ARE THE POPULAR MUSIC GENRES?
• IN WHAT WAYS DOES POPULAR MUSIC REFLECT THE CULTURAL AND
SOCIETAL CHANGES OF DIFFERENT ERAS?
• HOW HAS TECHNOLOGY INFLUENCED THE PRODUCTION AND
CONSUMPTION OF POPULAR MUSIC , AND WHAT IMPACT HAS THIS
HAD ON THE DIVERSITY OF GENRES AND ARTISTS WITHIN THE
INDUSTRY?
10. ASSESSMENT
1. What is a defining characteristic of popular music in terms of
accessibility?
A. Limited distribution channels
B. Exclusive to certain demographics
C. Broad availability and widespread audience appeal
D. Strict adherence to traditional musical styles
11. ASSESSMENT
2. Which element is commonly emphasized in the structure of popular music
songs?
A. Complex and lengthy instrumental solos
B. Extended instrumental preludes
C. Catchy melodies, verses, and choruses
D. Minimal use of lyrics
3. What role does rhythm play in popular music?
A. Limited impact on listener engagement
B. Central to creating groove and movement
C. Exclusively focused on melody
D. Ignored in popular music composition
12. ASSESSMENT
4. What distinguishes popular music from classical or traditional genres in terms of
cultural impact?
A. Limited influence on society and culture
B. Exclusive appeal to a niche audience
C. Extensive influence on mainstream culture and societal trends
D. Strict adherence to cultural traditions
5. How does technology contribute to the production of popular music?
A. By limiting recording and production options
B. By excluding electronic instruments
C. By enabling advanced recording and sound manipulation techniques
D. By discouraging collaboration among musicians
13. 6. Refers to a light, simple narrative poem of folk origin, composed of
short stanzas and adapted for singing.
7. Refers to a popular style evolved in the 1950’s from a combination of
rnb and country-western music characteristics.
8. A style of pop music in the 1970’s and is distinguished form of dance
music.
9. He was considered to be the king of rock n roll.
10-11. song of the king of rock n roll
12-15. members of The Beatles band
