Everything Must Go - Chorus (bars 19-24) Flashcards
What is the hook in the chorus?
Everything Must Go
What is a hook in pop music?
The catchy line that gets stuck in your head
What are the chords of the chorus?
E - Am - D - E (all root position)
What is the harmonic rhythm of the chorus?
1 chord per 2 bars
Describe the dynamics of the chorus
f (loud)
Describe the melodic vocal range
narrow
Describe the melody in the first and third lines
They are the same
Conjunct at start and use chromatic notes
Describe the melody in the 2nd and 4th lines
They are answering
What contrast is achieved between the end of the question and the answer phrases?
The question phrases use a rising major 3rd
The answer phrases use a falling minor 3rd
Describe the texture in the chorus?
Still homophonic
There are added male backing singers singing a harmony line (same lyrics different pitches) = homorhythmic
What vocal technique is used in this section?
fall (descending vocal slide)
Describe the word setting?
Mostly syllabic but melisma on the word ‘go’
Describe the rhythm of the vocal line?
Syncopated
