Music A-Level
Syllabic word-setting
What Syllabic word-setting means in Music A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Syllabic word-setting
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Reference: AQA
A vocal feature in which one note is sung per syllable.
Topics that use Syllabic word-setting
- Area of study 2: Pop music - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)
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- 13th chord
- A cappella
- added sixth chord
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