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Elements of Music

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Elements of Music

The fundamental components that make up music, including rhythm, melody, harmony, and timbre.

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History of Rock n Roll

The evolution of rock music and its relationship with instrumentation and cultural influences.

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Cultural Influences in the 1950s

The impact of societal changes and cultural movements on the music market during the early 1950s.

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Pop Music Market

The role of popular music in the development and formation of Rock n Roll.

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Subculture Music Market

The influence of niche music markets on the emergence of Rock n Roll.

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Rhythm

The interrelationship between music and time, created through a sequence of notes with varying durations.

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Tempo

The relative speed of the musical beat, described as fast, slow, or moderate.

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Melody

A sequence of pitches that create a recognizable musical line, perceived through vibrations.

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Harmony

The combination of different musical notes played or sung simultaneously, creating chords.

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Tonality

The organization of music around a central pitch or key, closely related to harmony.

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Range

The distance between the highest and lowest notes in a piece of music.

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Conjunct

A melodic movement that is smooth and gradual between pitches.

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Disjunct

A melodic movement that is jagged and sharp, contrasting with conjunct movement.

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Motive

A short melodic pattern that is repeated throughout a piece of music.

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Timbre

The quality or color of sound that distinguishes different types of sound production.

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Texture

The way different musical lines or voices interact in a piece of music.

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Monophony

A musical texture with a single melodic line without accompaniment.

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Homophony

A musical texture where one main melody is supported by chords or accompaniment.

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Polyphony

A musical texture with two or more independent melodies occurring simultaneously.

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Loudness

The perceived volume of sound, determined by the force of the sound produced.

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Form

The organizational structure of a piece of music, defining its layout and sections.

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Importance of Lyrics

Lyrics play a significant role in music, often remembered by listeners.

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Guitars

The two main types of guitars used in music are acoustic and electric.

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Instrumentation in the 1950s

Typical band setups included drums, bass, guitars, and sometimes saxophones.

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Electric Guitar Developments

Innovations in electric guitars, including wireless technology and synthesizers.

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Voice in Music

The human voice is considered the essential instrument in songs.

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Drums

The central rhythmic instrument in a rock band, typically played by one person.

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Keyboard

An instrument that often requires players to adapt to the available equipment at venues.

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Synthesizers

Electronic instruments that became more portable and advanced over time.

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Saxophone

A woodwind instrument with various types that have fluctuated in popularity in Rock n Roll.

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Early 1950s Society

A period marked by significant social changes and historical events affecting music.

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Subcultures in Music

The influence of black and white cultural movements on the music landscape.

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Pop Music Market

The three main markets contributing to Rock n Roll's formation:Pop, R&B, and Country & Western.

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Tin Pan Alley

A term referring to the popular music industry and its production practices.

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Record Companies

Major labels like RCA Victor and Columbia that shaped the music industry.

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Country and Western

A genre with a smaller audience, characterized by love-oriented themes and specific instrumentation.

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Characteristics of C&W

Features include love-oriented lyrics, steel guitar, and a mix of vocalists and instruments.

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Rhythm and Blues

A genre primarily associated with black artists, evolving from the Southern U.S.

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Characteristics of R&B Music

Defined by the 12-bar blues structure and common instrumentation.

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12 Bar Blues

A musical form with various patterns, foundational to many blues and rock songs.

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