Killer Queen

Question 1

When

Answer 1

1974

Question 2

Dynamics

Answer 2

Lots of change
Linked to texture

Question 3

Rhythm

Answer 3

Swung rhythms
Syncopation
Anacrusis at start of every verse and chorus

Question 4

Structure

Answer 4

Verse/chorus form
Intro(6 clicks), V1, C1, instrumental, V2, C2, guitar solo, V3, C3, outro

Question 5

Melody

Answer 5

Mostly syllabic
Backing vocals use a mix of singing and vocalisation
Phaser and flanger
Mostly conjunct with a few small leaps
Recurring motifs - developed in guitar solo

Question 6

Instrumentation

Answer 6

Typical rock band
Bass guitar, 4 electric guitars, lead and backing vocals, drum kit, piano/keyboard

Use of distortion, wah wah(phaser) and flanger

Question 7

Tonality

Answer 7

Eb major, opens with C minor chord
Many modulations throughout

Question 8

Texture

Answer 8

Layering 3 part texture in guitar solo
Mostly homophonic
Use of imitation in guitar part
Panning of backing vocals
Staccato piano chords

Question 9

Tempo

Answer 9

Moderato
12/8

Question 10

Harmony

Answer 10

Most chords in root position
Dissonance
Altered and extended chords

Question 11

Techniques used

Answer 11

Portamento slide (queeeeen)
Guitar: slide, pull off, bends
Legato guitar solo