Syllabic
What Syllabic means in Music GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Syllabic
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The style of text setting where each syllable has one note.
Word setting in which one note is given to each syllable.
Topics that use Syllabic
- Appendix 3: Musical vocabulary - Dynamics and performance matters (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Component 2: Composing - Brief 2: Vocal Music (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Chords and double stops
- Da capo
- Distinguishing doubling from harmony
- Doubling
- Emphasis and attack
- Hammer-ons and pull-offs
- Harmony
- Identifying performers by timbre
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