Music A-Level
Funk and soul rhythms
What Funk and soul rhythms means in Music A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Funk and soul rhythms
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His music features syncopated funk grooves and funk-inspired rhythmic grooves.
Topics that use Funk and soul rhythms
- Area of study 2: Pop music - Named artists (AQA A-Level)
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