Arabic Music Genres
Across
- 3. This smooth genre blends rhythm and blues, often featuring soulful vocals and romantic themes.
- 5. More than music, this genre includes rap, DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti, born from urban street culture.
- 9. A timeless genre rooted in Western art music traditions, featuring composers like Mozart and Beethoven.
Down
- 1. A fusion genre combining French and Arabic musical influences, often featuring bilingual lyrics and North African rhythms.
- 2. Egypt’s “popular” street music genre, characterized by upbeat, danceable tunes and lyrics about daily life and social issues.
- 4. Short for "popular music," this catchy, chart-topping genre often features simple melodies and universal themes.
- 6. Guitars, drums, and rebellion define this loud and energetic genre that rose to fame in the 1950s.
- 7. Improvisation is key in this American-born genre, featuring instruments like the saxophone and trumpet.
- 8. A spirited folk-pop style from Algeria, known for its emotive vocals and blend of traditional rhythms with modern instrumentation.