Killer Queen

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what structure is it written in?
verse chorus structure
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what key is it in?
E flat major
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what is the time signature?
12/8 compound time
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Describe the tempo and rhythm
fast tempo, swung feel, use of syncopation
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describe the texture
There's use of polyphonic, homophonic and antiphonal textures
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how would you describe the vocal line
Syllabic
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Give an example of when the vocal melody is developed
in the guitar solo
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give 4 examples of guitar techniques
string-bends, pull-offs, slides and vibrato
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what was panning used for?
Separating sounds and creating antiphonal effects (backing vocals)
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when is tonal ambiguity used?
At the start of the piece (it starts in Cm)
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what instruments were used?
vocals, piano, jangle piano, electric guitar, bass guitar, drum kit and percussion
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Did they use synthesisers?
no
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How does Queen layer the guitar and vocal parts?
Overdubbing
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give an example of when there are frequent modulations
chorus 1
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what did Brian May use instead of a plectrum?
sixpence
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when is the flanger effect used?
For word painting on 'laser beam'
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Card 2

Front

what key is it in?

Back

E flat major

Card 3

Front

what is the time signature?

Back

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Card 4

Front

Describe the tempo and rhythm

Back

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Card 5

Front

describe the texture

Back

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