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Question 1

Describe Rhythm and metre…

Answer 1

• Time signature 4/4
• Drum fill used
• Repeated semiquaver rhythm used in middle 8

Question 2

Explain the Structure and form…

Answer 2

• Strophic form
• Typical pop song as - Intro
  - Verses
  - Chorus
  - Middle 8

Question 3

Describe the Melody…

Answer 3

• Lead guitar 2 quaver riff in intro
• Bass guitar riff B E C# F#
• Mélody of verse is a 2 bar motif- repetitive/ conjuct
• Descending sequence in chorus/ melody
• Ascending sequence on lead guitar
• New melody in Middle 8

Question 4

Explain Tonality and Harmony…

Answer 4

• Begins in B major
• Ends in E major
• Intro/verse - B E C# F#
• Chorus - F# B E A
• Middle 8 -E F#
• Use of discord’s
• Final power chord at end - E MAJOR

Question 5

Describe the Instrumentation and timbre…

Answer 5

• Typical rock band formation
• Lead guitar, rhythm guitar, bass guitar, drum kit
• Filter synthesised sounds (panning)
• Tremelo technique on guitar
• Accompaniment stops in chorus