Music A-Level
Syllabic
What Syllabic means in Music A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Reference: AQA
Each syllable of a word is sung to a single, distinct pitch, which ensures lyrics are clearly understood and drives the rhythm forward.
Setting in which each syllable of the text is sung to a single note, often used to ensure the lyrics are clearly understood.
Topics that use Syllabic
- Area of study 2: Pop music - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)
- Area of study 4: Music for theatre - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)
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