Online Music Lessons MCQ Flashcards
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An online music student is told they have 'poor intonation.' What does this mean?
Answer: Their notes are frequently out of tune — either sharp or flat of the correct pitch
Intonation refers to pitch accuracy; poor intonation means the notes played deviate from the correct pitch, sounding sharp or flat.
Which of the following describes the best approach when an online music lesson is interrupted by a sudden internet outage?
Answer: Switch to a phone call or reschedule the remaining time, and troubleshoot the connection afterward
Having a backup communication plan (phone call or text) ensures the lesson can continue or be rescheduled efficiently without losing the session entirely.
What is the function of a sustain pedal in the context of online piano lessons?
Answer: It holds notes ringing after the keys are released, creating a legato and blended sound
The sustain pedal (damper pedal) lifts the dampers from all strings, allowing notes to continue sounding after the fingers leave the keys.
A student enrolling in online music lessons should look for which credential when evaluating a prospective teacher's qualifications?
Answer: Relevant degrees, performance experience, teaching certifications, or verifiable student testimonials
Formal education, professional experience, and verifiable student reviews are the most reliable indicators of a qualified music teacher.
Which concept describes practicing a difficult musical passage by breaking it into small, manageable segments rather than playing the entire piece repeatedly?
Answer: Chunking or sectional practice
Chunking isolates problematic measures or phrases so the student can focus repetitions where they are most needed, leading to faster improvement.
Why is it recommended that online music students use a wired (Ethernet) internet connection rather than WiFi during lessons?
Answer: Wired connections offer lower and more stable latency compared to WiFi, reducing audio dropouts
Ethernet eliminates wireless interference and packet loss, providing the stable, low-latency connection that live audio streaming requires.
When an online music teacher refers to a student's 'articulation,' what aspect of musical performance are they discussing?
Answer: How notes are attacked, sustained, and released — such as staccato, legato, or accented playing
Articulation describes the manner in which individual notes are shaped and connected, ranging from detached staccato to smooth legato and everything in between.