Release

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  • Created by: benp27
  • Created on: 11-04-18 15:43
Who is this piece by?
Afro Celt Sound System
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What does the bodhran play?
A rhythmic ostinato
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What is the tempo?
100 bpm, steady
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What is the time signature?
4/4
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What is the time signature at the start?
No time signature, it's in free time
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What is the texture of "Release"?
Melody dominated homophony
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Is layering used in this piece?
Yes
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TRUE OR FALSE: The main verse is melismatic
False - it is syllabic
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Is there use of nonsense lyrics?
Yes
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Is double stopping in this piece?
Yes
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Which African instruments are used?
Kora and the talking drum
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Which Celtic instruments are used?
Fiddle, Uillean pipes, bodhran, low whistle, male voice singing in Gaelic
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What are the electronic elements of "Release"?
Use of synths, pads and a drum machine
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Which are the instruments that come from Western Folk music?
Accordion, hurdy gurdy, shaker and tambourine
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Which notes is the drone playing?
C - the tonic
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Are the chord sequences repetitive?
Yes
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Card 2

Front

What does the bodhran play?

Back

A rhythmic ostinato

Card 3

Front

What is the tempo?

Back

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Card 4

Front

What is the time signature?

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

What is the time signature at the start?

Back

Preview of the front of card 5
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