Pop Music Flashcards
What is the definition for Pop Music?
Music of the time that appeals to the masses
What is a synthesiser?
An electronic keyboard that creates multiple sounds from different instruments and different effects
What is the definition for a chord?
2 or more different notes that sound musically pleasing together
What is the definition for a riff?
A short pattern (or ostinato) Of notes
What is an intro?
The start of the song
What is a middle 8?
When new music and lyrics are introduced to a piece of music
What is a verse?
Tells the story/ main structure of a song
What is a chorus?
The main hook which is repeated in a song
What is an Outro?
The end of a song
What is an instrumental?
When their is no singing/lyrics
What is a bridge?
Links the verse and the chorus
What was the style of pop in the 1950’s?
Rock ‘n’ roll
What was the style of pop in the 1960’s?
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What was the style of pop in the 1970’s?
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What was the style of pop in the 1980’s?
Electronic
