Genres Flashcards
What are the main features of Jazz?
Improvisation: Utilizes MIDI keyboards and software for live improvisation.
Swing Feel: Emphasizes off-beat rhythm, often reinforced by electronic drum machines.
Blue Notes: Incorporates “blue notes” with occasional pitch correction for tuning adjustments
What are the main features of Blues?
12-Bar Blues Form: Utilizes DAWs for chord progression experimentation.
Call and Response: Facilitated by digital collaboration tools for remote recording.
Expressive Vocal Style: Enhanced by microphone processing effects like compression and EQ.
What are the main features of Rock ‘n’ Roll?
Strong Backbeat: Uses electronic drum kits for precise triggering.
Simple Chord Progressions: Supported by digital chord chart and notation software.
Electric Guitar Dominance: Achieved through digital amp modeling software for varied tones.
What are the main features of Rock?
Amplification: Employs guitar effects pedals controlled via MIDI footswitches.
Power Chords: Utilizes digital amp simulators for a saturated sound.
Drum Fills: Incorporates electronic drum pads for triggered effects.
What are the main features of Metal?
Distorted Guitars: Utilizes digital amp modeling software for aggressive tones.
Double Bass Drumming: Enhances speed and precision through drum trigger pads.
Shredding: Showcases fast, technically demanding guitar solos.
What are the main features of Punk?
Short Songs: Utilizes social media platforms for independent distribution.
DIY Ethos: Bypasses traditional labels with self-released albums.
Political and Social Commentary: Uses social media for activism and promotion.
What are the main features of Soul?
Gospel Influence: Integrates vocal effects processors for live performances.
Horn Section: Employs digital orchestral sample libraries for realistic arrangements.
Emotional Delivery: Uses pitch correction software for polished vocals.
What are the main features of Disco and Funk?
Four-on-the-Floor Beat: Utilizes MIDI controllers and software for mixing.
Syncopated Rhythms: Incorporates digital effects processors for dub effects.
Horn and String Arrangements: Creates lush arrangements with virtual instruments.
What are the main features of Reggae?
Offbeat Rhythm: Utilizes MIDI controllers and software for beat production.
Skank Guitar: Uses digital audio workstations for arrangement and editing.
Dub Production Techniques: Implements interactive music systems with middleware software.
What are the main features of Acoustic and Folk?
Storytelling Lyrics: Utilizes digital libraries and software for virtual instruments.
Acoustic Instruments: Integrates pitch correction software for live performances.
Emphasis on Tradition: Uses digital amp modeling software for varied tones.
What are the main features of Commercial Pop?
Catchy Melodies: Employs virtual instrument plugins for lush arrangements.
Production Gloss: Utilizes vocal effects processors for live performances.
Emphasis on Image: Integrates digital orchestral sample libraries for realistic arrangements.
What are the main features of Urban?
Sampling: Utilizes digital DJ software for live sets.
Rap or Spoken Word: Incorporates vocal effects processors for polished vocals.
Beat Production: Employs virtual instrument plugins for varied tones.
What are the main features of Electronic and Dance?
Electronic Instruments: Uses digital audio effects processors for dub effects.
Repetitive Beats: Implements interactive music systems with middleware software.
DJ Culture: Employs digital audio workstations for arrangement and editing.
What are the main features of Music for the Media?
Mood Enhancement: Utilizes digital orchestral sample libraries for realistic arrangements.
Underscoring: Employs interactive music systems with middleware software.
Leitmotif: Integrates digital audio effects processors for immersive sound.
What are the main features of Computer Game and Film?
Interactive Music: Utilizes digital DJ software for live sets.
Film Scoring Techniques: Employs virtual instrument plugins for varied tones.
Sound Design: Implements interactive music systems with middleware software.
