Music A-Level
Articulation and playing techniques
What Articulation and playing techniques means in Music A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Drummers employ specific techniques to alter these sounds, including using brushes instead of sticks for a softer texture and opening and closing the hi-hat to create rhythmic variation.
Topics that use Articulation and playing techniques
- Area of study 2: Pop music - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)
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