when and where did it begin? what are the earliest examples?, Has it changed over time?, how has the music shaped its people?. 2) CULTURAL ASPECTS; When is it performed? Is it associated with any ritual or ceremony? Is the music unique to a single ethnic group or geographic region? Why is it significant?. 3) PERFORMANCE PRACTICES; Who plays the music? Does it require special training? If so, how are these skills acquired? Name distinct features of the playing style. 4) MUSICAL ELEMENTS; Describe the treatment of melody ,harmony, rhythm, form, texture and timbre that helps define this music. 5) INSTRUMENTATION; What instruments are used? Are they unique to the particular style of music? Describe the instruments and how they are played.