Music A-Level

Traditional instrumentation

What Traditional instrumentation means in Music A-Level, as defined for AQA.

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Traditionally, it features a solo vocalist accompanied by a classical guitar and a Portuguese guitar, which provides intricate, plucked counter-melodies.

AQA · Area of study 6: Contemporary traditional music - Musical elements

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Area of study 6: Contemporary traditional music - Musical elements (AQA A-Level)

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