Music is a universal theme. Go to any part of the world and you will find the ubiquitous presence of music. Music speaks just one language. The words are different but message and feel is same. So why not try gathering some interesting facts about music? This article will be giving you fascinating knowledge about some musical facts. So gear up for a musical ride.
When is World Music Day? - 21st June
How many strings does a bass guitar usually have? - Four
Which instrument has keys, pedals and strings? – Piano
Which instrument is a cross between violin and the cello? - Viola
The song, Ain't Misbehavin' was written by which famous jazz musician? - Fats Waller
How many instruments are there in a string quintet? - Five
Where did Ghazal originate? - Persia
What instrument did the jazz musician Miles Davis play? - Trumpet
How many strings does a violin have? - Four
Which classical composer became deaf near the end of his life? - Beethoven
Which western instrument most commonly used for Indian classical compositions? - Violin
In what country did reggae music originate? - Jamaica
Which British rock group does Liam and Noel Gallagher belongs to? - Oasis
In which country is a 'gamelan orchestra' most commonly found? - Indonesia
Who wrote the song entitled 'Yesterday'? - Paul McCartney
Name of the boy at the centre of the Michael Jackson abuse trial? - Gavin Arvizo
Who wrote The Sound of Music? - RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN
What is the small town in which called in which Clark Kent grew up? - Small Ville
Michael Jackson is known as the King of Pop. Who is the queen of Pop? - Madonna
What is unusual about “trance” music that mesmerizes the audience? - It is played at 130- 160 beats per minute
Which famous Indian musician collaborated on a Beatles album? - Pundit Ravi Shankar.
