Children were not moody
Chord structure
So, the structure of chords is a topic that we will develop today. And, first of all, let’s turn to the definition of a chord, specify what it is. A chord is a consonance, a sound complex. In a chord, at least three sounds should be sounded at once or one after another, because harmonies in which only two sounds are called differently are intervals. And yet, the classic definition of a chord says that the sounds of a chord are either already arranged in thirds, or they can be arranged in thirds when rearranged.
This last point, just, is directly related to the structure of the chord. Since modern harmony has gone far ahead of the standards established by the music of classical composers, this last remark about the arrangement of sounds by chords in a chord is not applicable to some modern chords, since their structure is based on a different principle for constructing a chord. Continue reading
Musical literature Main musical genres
Today’s post is devoted to the topic – the main musical genres. To begin with, let’s decide what we will consider the musical genre. After that, genres proper will be named, and in the end you will learn not to confuse the “genre” with other phenomena in music. So, the word “genre” is of French origin and from this language it is usually translated as “species” or genus. Consequently, a musical genre is a kind or, if you like, a kind of musical composition. No more and no less.
WHAT DO MUSICAL GENRES BETWEEN BETWEEN YOURSELF?
But how does one genre differ from another? Of course, not just the name. Remember the four main parameters that help to identify a particular genre and not confuse it with any other, similar type of composition. These are: a type of artistic and musical content; style features of this genre; the life purpose of the works of this genre and their role in society; conditions in which it is possible to perform and listen to (view) a musical work of a particular genre. Continue reading
WHAT DOES THE DRUM INSTALLATION MAKE?
Each musician should be with his own instrument on the “you”. Drummers are no exception. To be a professional, of course, you need to know what a drum kit consists of. The composition and appearance of the drum kit has changed and developed over 120 years. Let’s see what a classic drum kit looks like today. Its main components are cymbals and drums. MAIN ON PLATES … The variety of plates is very large – there are hundreds of types of plates.
They vary in diameter, alloy, shape and other parameters. The basic classification of plates includes the following types: Hi-hat (hat). Double plate mounted on one rod. Often the main rhythm is conducted with the help of a hat. The hat is mounted on a special rack equipped with a pedal. As a rule, the duration of the hi-hat sound is regulated by the left foot. Crash A plate that gives a powerful, rich sound. It is used both for the lead line and for emphasis. Continue reading
