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Musical Terminology
Musical terms are words and phrases that are specific to reading, writing, and playing music.
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What is a good source for definitions and examples of musical terms?
To be honest, Wikipedia is a good starting point for this type of research. If you have been directed to avoid Wikipedia, try the Virginia Tech Multimedia Music Dictionary, provided under "related links."
What does Consort mean in musical terms?
Consort is a same family of instruments. The string consort: violin, viola, cello and bass. A wind consort is an ensemble of recorders in different registers.
How do you use hot rods drum sticks?
Right, first things first, every one thinks you hit with the rubber end, BUT YOU DONT! You hit with the other end, you hold the rubber end. You just play them as normal sticks aswell :).
How can you change the words of a song because i have an idea for a butcher song?
u can go on a website called poem hunter.com or metro lyrics.com that's all i know!
What does wind tunnel mean in musical terms?
It could be refurring to the part of a wind instrument that the air flows through when blown in to. For example in a saxophone it would be the inside of the bell, and body, and the neck where the air firsts enters the horn
What is the lowest frequency of a note in the overtone series known as?
It is called the fundamental.
What does the word decay in the musical terms?
When you struck the key the sound got loud very fast (the attack), and then it stayed about the same for a while (the sustain), maybe getting slightly softer, and then it died away fairly quickly when you released the key (the decay).
A minim is also known as the half note. When the duration of the note is considered, it contains two quarter notes (crotchets) or four eighth notes (quavers) or eight sixteenth notes (semiquavers) etc.
What is 'the whole note' when translated from English to Italian?
La nota intera is an Italian equivalent of the English phrase "the whole note." The feminine singular phrase most famously references the full four beats in common time in such free rhythm music as Anglican chant. The pronunciation will be "la NO-ta een-TEY-ra" in Italian.
What is the meaning of medly mouthed?
The expression is "mealy mouthed." It means "unable or unwilling to speak plainly and directly."
What does the musical term morendo mean?
The Italian musical term morendo indicates a decrease in volume or tempo, but often affects both; to make the sound slowly die away.
A minim is a note with a stem and an uncolored note-head. First draw the note-head on desired position in the staff. If the note-head is on or below the third line of the staff, draw its stem down from left side. Otherwise draw the stem up from the right.
What is a surdo in music terms?
A surdo is a large bass drum used in Brazilian music, particularly in samba and other Afro-Brazilian genres. It has a deep, resonant sound and is typically played with mallets. The surdo provides the foundational rhythm in a samba ensemble, supporting the overall groove and helping to keep time for dancers and other musicians. Its size and sound make it a prominent instrument in carnival parades and festive celebrations.
What is the time signature of matud nila?
The traditional Filipino folk song "Matud Nila" is typically set in a 3/4 time signature, which gives it a waltz-like feel. This time signature allows for a smooth, flowing rhythm that complements the song's lyrical and melodic qualities. The 3/4 time signature contributes to the song's emotive and nostalgic character.
