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Calliope, in music, a steam-whistle organ with a loud, shrill sound audible miles away; it is used to attract attention for circuses and fairs.
- How would you describe circus music?
- Why is the instrument called a calliope?
- What is a calliope record?
- What kind of music is played at Carnival?
How would you describe circus music?
It is characterized by a rapid-fire tempo – usually around 200 beats per minute – and melodies that contain showy features such as leaps, runs, and fanfares. It is difficult for "windjammers" (circus musicians) to play because of its fast tempo.
Why is the instrument called a calliope?
HISTORY: An aerophone named after the Greek Muse Calliope who presided over poetry, song, and the arts and sciences. Also known as a steam organ, steam piano, or calliaphone (air driven). ... The first instrument consisted of 15 whistles, of graduated sizes, attached in a row to the top of a small steam boiler.
What is a calliope record?
Calliope is a French classical record label originally based in Compiègne. It was founded in 1972 by Jacques Le Calvé, a record shop owner, upon the encouragement of Erato Records producer Michel Garcin. The label was named after Calliope, the muse of epic poetry and mother of Orpheus, and not the calliope organ.
What kind of music is played at Carnival?
However, there is a huge range of music that can be heard, including pop, rock, salsa, jazz rap and reggae. Following the marching bands the majority of participants in many smaller parades keep in a gentle marching step, with the occasional lazy stroller, and hand waving sways.
