Номер 64, страница 58 - гдз по английскому языку 11 класс учебник Афанасьева, Михеева

Unit One. Sounds of Music. Miscellaneous - номер 64, страница 58.

Условие.

64. Did you know that...?

• The symphony orchestra in the 19th century could consist of 80 or more instruments performing for a conductor in a concert hall. Generally, the 19th-century structure of the orchestra hasn't changed.

• The oldest musical instrument is, probably, human voice. But the instruments as such are very old, too. Stringed and wind instruments are mentioned in the Bible, and they played an important role in the ceremonies and entertainments of the Greek and Roman civilizations.

• Beethoven originally meant his Eroica symphony to be a homage (an evidence of respect and admiration) to Napoleon. This was quite a romantic act because Napoleon for a time being was regarded as the champion of freedom. Later the composer decided to delete Napoleon's name when the French general declared himself emperor.

• In Japanese music there are two distinct traditions: folk music and art music. Japanese folk song is associated with work, dance, ceremony or feasts. It is sung with or without the accompaniment of hand-clapping or instruments. Art music is associated with the court, and with the religious ceremonies. It is performed by a male choir with instrumental accompaniment.

Решение.

Решение 2.

64. Вы знали, что...?

Ответ:

No, I didn't know some of these facts. For example, I found it very interesting that Beethoven originally dedicated his Eroica symphony to Napoleon but then changed his mind. It's also cool to learn that the human voice is considered the oldest musical instrument and that Japanese music has two distinct traditions: folk and art music.

Перевод:

Нет, я не знал некоторых из этих фактов. Например, мне показалось очень интересным, что Бетховен изначально посвятил свою «Героическую» симфонию Наполеону, но потом передумал. Также здорово узнать, что человеческий голос считается самым древним музыкальным инструментом и что в японской музыке есть две различные традиции: народная и элитарная.