MUSIC-QUARTER-2-MODULE-1

8 MUSIC
Quarter 2 Module1
MUSIC OF EAST ASIA

LEARNER’S MATERIAL

MUSIC—Grade 8 Module
PIVOT IV-A Learner’s Material 1
Quarter 2 – Module 1
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First Edition, 2020
Published by: Department of Education Region IV-A CALABARZON
Regional Director: Wilfredo E. Cabral
CLMD Chief: Job S. Zape, Jr.

MUSIC

Quarter 2 Module 1

Development Team of the Module
Author: Helen Marie F. Carreon
Editor: Pampilo B. Cerbito Jr.
Reviewer: Pampilo B. Cerbito Jr.
Illustrator: Dan Michael S. Esquita and Helen Marie F. Carreon
Layout Artist: Helen Marie F. Carreon
Management Team: CID Chief: Glenda DS. Catadman

EPS, MAPEH: Marciano V. Valles
EPS, LRMS: Ivan Honorpette A. Mijares
General Emilio Aguinaldo National High School –Imus City
Lerma V. Pena, Principal IV

Department of Education Region 4A CALABARZON
Office Address: Gate 2 Karangalan Village, Cainta Rizal
Landline: 02-868-257-73, Local 420/421
Email Address: lrmd.calabarzon@deped.gov.ph

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Guide in Using PIVOT Learners Material Module

For the Parents/Guardian

This self-learning module was designed to help learners to easily
understand the lessons. On the other hand, parents or guardians are
encouraged to guide their children if needed. Parents are among the best
teachers that their children may have. We hope that this module will not just
help the learners to be responsible in studying but also give both parents and
learners the opportunity to bond.

For the Learner

This module will help you easily understand the lessons about the
music of East Asia. It is also designed for you to appreciate China, Japan and
Korea traditional music. Take note that activities and quizzes must be
answered in separate sheet of papers to be submitted to your teachers.

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I What I need to know?

This self-learning module was designed to help you understand and
appreciate the music of East Asia, specifically music from Japan, China and
Korea. You will learn how the culture of each country affect their music.

After going through this module, you are expected to:
1. Listen perceptively to music of East Asia;
2. Identify musical instrument used from Japan, China and Korea;
3. Differentiate music of Japan, China and Korea;
4. Appreciate the music of East Asia.

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I What is new?

From your previous knowledge, identify and list down the music, costume,
culture and arts of the following country.

JAPAN

MUSIC: ___________________________
COSTUME: ________________________
CULTURE:_________________________
ARTS:______________________________

CHINA

MUSIC: ___________________________
COSTUME: ________________________
CULTURE:_________________________
ARTS:______________________________

KOREA

MUSIC: ___________________________
COSTUME: ________________________
CULTURE:_________________________
ARTS:______________________________

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D What I know?

Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write it on a separate sheet of paper.

1. This percussion instrument is also known as the “Big Drum” and has an

important role in Taiko festival.

A. Odaiko C. Tsuridaiko

B. Taiko D. Tsuzumi

2. This percussion instrument is also known to have the “hourglass-shape” that

is usually played in Noh and Kabuki performances.

A. Odaiko C. Tsuridaiko

B. Taiko D. Tsuzumi

3. The traditional music of __________ shows mastery of technique in creating

music.

A. China C. Korea

B. Japan D. East Asia

4. This is the Japanese percussion instrument that is played in Japanese

traditional court.

A. Biwa C. Taiko

B. Odaiko D. Tsuridaiko

5. This is the Japanese traditional musical instrument that is usually played in

storytelling.

A. Biwa C. Taiko

B. Odaiko D. Trusridaiko

6. Traditional music of this country is not for entertainment but for meditation.

A. China C. Korea

B. Japan D. East Asia

7. The Chinese traditional musical instrument that literally means “Cloud Gongs”

is called _______________.

A. Pipa C. Yunluo

B. Shakuhachi D. Zheng

8. It is the oldest string instrument of China.

A. Pipa C. Yunluo

B. Shakuhachi D. Zheng

9. It is the Chinese traditional flute that has 12 to 36 pipes and is also called

“Mouth Organ”.

A. Dizi C. Sheng

B. Erhu D. Zheng

10. It is the Chinese traditional flute that has six holes and produces different

sounds.

A. Dizi C. Sheng

B. Erhu D. Zheng

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11. This is the traditional music of Korea that literally means “right music”.

A. Chong-ak C. Haegum

B. Geomungo D. Sog-ak

12. This is the traditional music of Korea that is performed by the lower class in

the society.

A. Chong-ak C. Haegum

B. Geomungo D. Sog-ak

13. This is a six string zither that is also known as the “Black Crane Zither”.

A. Chong-ak C. Haegum

B. Geomungo D. Sog-ak

14. It is best known as the traditional Korean zither that has 12 to 21 strings.

A. Chong-ak C. Geomungo

B. Kayagum D. Piri

15. It is Korea’s most popular percussion instrument.

A. Chong-ak C. Kayagum

B. Changgo D. Geomungo

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D What is in?

Given the following cultures, costumes and instruments, identify the origin of
the following pictures (China, Korea and Japan).

YUNLUO BIWA

1. 2
HANBOK TSUZUMI

3. 4.

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D What is it?

MUSIC OF EAST ASIA

In this lesson you will learn about the music of East Asia, the instruments
used and how the music promotes the culture of their country. East Asian
countries like Japan, China and Korea have rich cultures that is usually
showcased in their music. You will be able to identify the similarities and
differences of each music.

JAPAN

Traditional music of Japan shows mastery of technique in creating music.
Audience usually focus on the mastery of each musician in their instrument
played. Performers usually perform ritual music, festival music and regional
songs. Basically, traditional Japanese music is meditative in character.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS (MEMBRANOPHONE)

ODAIKO

- Also known as the “BIG DRUM”
- Performer plays the instrument in
standing position and requires great
strength and endurance to play the
instrument.
- It usually has an important role in Taiko

Percussion instrument usually refers to
drum. In Japan, Taiko literally means drum. The Taiko instrument has various
sizes and is played in different musical genres. Another percussion instrument is
Tsuzumi. Also known as the hourglass-shape, it is usually played in Noh and
Kabuki performances. Tsuridaiko is also a Japanese percussion instrument that
is played in Japanese traditional court.

STRING INSTRUMENTS (CHORDOPHONE)

BIWA

- Japanese short-necked fretted lute
- Used in narrative storytelling
- Produced highest pitch

Japanese string instruments also include Koto, and Shamisen. The Koto
instrument is made of Paulownia wood with 13 string. The Koto, on the other
hand, is usually played in Gagaku performances. Shamisen is best described as
something like a typical guitar but only smaller.

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WIND INSTRUMENTS (AEROPHONE)

SHAKUHACHI
- Most famous flute
- Has four or five holes

Along with Shakuhachi, the Nokan, Sho, Hichiriki, Shinobue and Ryuteki are
also Japanese wind instruments. Nokan is played in Noh performances in
melodic sound. Hichiriki is one of the two melodic instruments used in Gagaku
performances. Shinobue is played in high pitched sound. Lastly, Ryuteki or also
known as “dragon flute” is also used in Gagaku performances.

Watch a Gagaku performance that played a Japanese wind instrument.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0T1pyZZiBO0

CHINA

Traditional music of China is not for entertainment but for meditation. It
shows that Confucius has a great influence in Chinese music. Traditionally, the
Chinese believed that sound influences the universe.

Watch a video presentation about the musical instruments of China
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0esuSpyHmVc

YUNLUO
- Literally means “Cloud Gongs”
- The thicker the gong the higher the
pitch

Yueqin, Pipa, Zheng and Erhu are the famous
string instruments of China. Yueqin is usually
played in Chinese local operas, it has four

strings and its shape shows resemblance of the moon that is why it is usually
called “Moon Guitar”. Pipa is one of the oldest string instrument of Shina that
has a pear-shaped body. Chinese string instrument that has 13 to 21 strings
and 47 inches long is called Zheng. Lastly, Erhu is a Chinese two-stringed
chordophone that is usually used in a solo performances.
China’s famous wind instruments are Dizi, and Sheng. Dizi is a Chinese flute
that has six holes that produce different sounds. On the other hand, Sheng is
composed of 12 to 36 pipes that has different lengths to produce different notes,
this instrument is also called “Mouth Organ”.

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KOREA

Traditional music of Korea has two category the Chong-ak and Sog-ak or
Minsogak. Chong-ak literally means “Right Music” that is played by the
upper-class people. In contrary, Sog-ak or Minsogak is performed by the lower
class in the society.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT

HAEGUM Geomungo, Haegum and Kayagum are Korean
chordophones. Geomungo is a six-string zither
which is also known as the “Black Crane Zither”. A
Korean two-stringed instrument that is played with a
bow is known as Haegum. Lastly, Kayagum is the
best known traditional Korean zither that has 12 to
21 strings. Korea’s famous Wind instrument is Piri
which is played in Korean court and produces
mellow sound. Changgo is Korea’s most famous
percussion instrument that has the hour glass
shape.

E What is more?

Listen to the following audio clip and share your impression using the following
guide questions.

Guide Questions
1. What musical instruments are used in the video clip?
2. What mood do they convey?

Audio Clip
1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t87UpHqkGc0 - China
2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiAkr8Aj2yM - Japan
3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SL9t0wFPL4 - Korea

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E What I can do?

Hum any traditional music of China, Japan and Korea. State your
experience in humming the sounds .

E What else can I do?

Describe the sound produced by the following instruments. Write your
answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Odaiko—Japan 6. Yunluo - China
2. Koto—Japan 7. Dizi—China
3. Sho—Japan 8. Kayagum—Korea
4. Pipa—China 9. Haegum -Korea
5. Erhu– China 10. Changgo– Korea

A What I have learned?

Identify the similarities and differences of Japanese, Chinese, and Korean
music.

JAPAN CHINA KOREA

Similarities

Differences

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A What I can achieve?

Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write it on a separate sheet of paper.

1. This is the Japanese traditional musical instrument that is usually played in

storytelling.

A. Biwa C. Taiko

B. Odaiko D. Trusridaiko

2. It is the Chinese traditional flute that has six holes and produces different

sounds.

A. Dizi C. Sheng

B. Erhu D. Zheng

3. It is Korea’s most popular percussion instrument.

A. Chong-ak C. Kayagum

B. Changgo D. Geomungo

4. It is best known as the traditional Korean zither that has 12 to 21 strings.

A. Chong-ak C. Geomungo

B. Kayagum D. Piri

5. This is the Japanese percussion instrument that is played in Japanese

traditional court.

A. Biwa C. Taiko

B. Odaiko D. Tsuridaiko

6. It is the Chinese traditional flute that has 12 to 36 pipes and is also called

“Mouth Organ”.

A. Dizi C. Sheng

B. Erhu D. Zheng

7. This percussion instrument is also known as the “Big Drum” and has an

important role in Taiko festival.

A. Odaiko C. Tsuridaiko

B. Taiko D. Tsuzumi

8. This is the traditional music of Korea that literally means “right music”.

A. Chong-ak C. Haegum

B. Geomungo D. Sog-ak

9. Traditional music of this country is not for entertainment but for meditation.

A. China C. Korea

B. Japan D. East Asia

10. This is the traditional music of Korea that is performed by the lower class in

the society.

A. Chong-ak C. Haegum

B. Geomungo D. Sog-ak

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A What I can achieve?

11. The Chinese traditional musical instrument that literally means “Cloud

Gongs” is called _______________.

A. Pipa C. Yunluo

B. Shakuhachi D. Zheng

12. This percussion instrument is also known to have the “hourglass-shape” that

is usually played in Noh and Kabuki performances.

A. Odaiko C. Tsuridaiko

B. Taiko D. Tsuzumi

13. The traditional music of __________ shows mastery of technique in creating

music.

A. China C. Korea

B. Japan D. East Asia

14. It is the oldest string instrument of China.

A. Pipa C. Yunluo

B. Shakuhachi D. Zheng

15. This is a six string zither that is also known as the “Black Crane Zither”.

A. Chong-ak C. Haegum

B. Geomungo D. Sog-ak

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WHAT I HAVE LEARNED WHAT IS IN AnswerWHAT IS NEW
Answer may vary to the an- 1. China Answer may vary to the an-
swer of the student. 2. Japan 14 swer of the student.
3. Korea
WHAT I CAN ACHIEVE? 4. Japan WHAT I KNOW
1. A 1. A
2. A WHAT IS MORE 2. D
3. B Answer may vary to the an- 3. B
4. B swer of the student. 4. D
5. D 5. A
6. C WHAT I CAN DO 6. A
7. A Answer may vary to the an- 7. C
8. A swer of the student. 8. A
9. A 9. C
10. D WHAT ELSE I CAN DO 10. A
11. C Answer may vary to the an- 11. A
12. D swer of the student. 12. D
13. B 13. B
14. A 14. B
15. B 15. B

Reference

BOOK:
Belinda R. Anido.et al.2013.Music and Arts of Asia-Grade 8.Pasig
City:Department of Education.

WEBSITE CONTENT:
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Art drum.nd.”Odaiko.”Accessed August 25, 2019.http://artdrum.com/
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Flutetraveller.2014.”Chinese Traditional Music Group.”September 14,
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Germaine Tay.2014.”Compilation of Chinese Instruments From Chinese
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Gloria Lotha.2019.”Biwa-Musical Instrument.”Last modified July 17,
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TeDx Talks.2017.”Gagaku.”June 7, 2014.https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=0T1pyZZiBO0.

Top Channel.2019.”Traditional Musical Instrument of China.”October 12,
2019.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiAkr8Aj2yM.

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Department of Education Region 4A CALABARZON
Office Address: Gate 2 Karangalan Village, Cainta Rizal
Landline: 02-8682-5773 local 420/421
Email Address: lrmd.calabarzon@deped.gov.ph

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