Burn Melody Flashcards
what does the melody start with and what does it sound like
The opening sitar solo sounds very much like the improvised alap section of a Classical raga.
It begins in the lower register then explores the notes of the scale, including B♯s, to establish the
key securely.
what does the passage in bars 10-14 feature
the use of thirds
what appears towards the end of the introduction
A rising sixth figure at bar 6
what does the sitar solo typically include
slides, trills and grace notes
who sings the leading vocal line
The lead vocal line is sung by New York singer Noa Lembersky.
what does the vocal verse feature
a descending sequential idea (solemn mood )
also uses oscillations between adjacent notes (mimicing the sitar).
what does the chorus use
The chorus uses three-note repeated phrases using a minor third or stepwise movement.
what does the vocal line provide
syllabic r and b focus on yearning lyrics
what is features in bars 62-65
The verse extension idea (bars 62–65) features a distinctive upwards fifth.
the strings feature a counter melody in the the breakdown
there is potential for a major 3rd to uplift after the rising semitone but is cancelled by the solemn falling major 3rd
where does this idea of rising and falling appear
in the counter melody strings in the breakdown section
what does the strings in the breakdown do for the melody
underpins the passionate melody with developed despondent sequences
