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Berrin, Kathleen (ed.), 1978. Art of the Huichol Indians. New York: Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco/Harry N. Abrams.
harmonic functions
We will start by transforming the iv degree chord of the A minor key into an augmented sixth chord. Below is the i - iv - V - i progression in A minor: now, we set the iv degree chord in first inversion: by raising the root of the iv degree chord a half-step (D# in this case) we get an augmented sixth chord: The chord receives the name of Augmented Sixth chord because of the augmented sixth interval between the bass and the chromatically raised note. By raising this note we increase the harmonic tension.
Recovered The Chord Guide: Pt III – Chord Progressions
Chord progressions are the canvas on which musicians paint their masterpieces, and it’s a canvas which is a piece of art in itself. A chord progression can be subtle and in the background or it can be blatant and up front; it can be simple and catchy, or it can be technical and complex, it can stay in one key or it can change like the seasons. In any of these cases a chord progression is what drives the song as it literally shapes the music that accompanies it. Chord progressions are like a cozy home where melody and rhythm can kick their feet up. All the songwriting giants, like John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Bob Dylan, to name a few, have/had a tremendous knowledge of the art of the chord progression. I’m not going to promise you tremendous knowledge, but I will offer you a good head start in the way of making your own music – in an easily digestible chunk to boot.
12 Outstanding Music Teaching and Learning Apps for iPad
So you are a music teacher and you want to have access to some productive apps to help you teach music using your iPad. Well you have landed in the right place, Educational Technology and Mobile Learning has just finished curating a list of some of the best music teaching and learning apps. We have checked several resources and included only what we think has some educational value, we know there are several other music apps scattered all over iTunes market but it is really hard to find those ones that can be recommended for teachers and students. Check out the list below and if you have other resources or you know of other educational music apps , please share them with us in the comment below. 1- Real Piano Pro A full 88-key piano app that brings you realistic grand piano sound, smoothly moving and zooming, customizable key labels, and professional tuning & transposition functionalities.
How To Lead A Creative Life [Infographic]
[Close Window] By Jason Feifer Our complete guide to making your inner genius your greatest on-the-job asset. Back to article >> Infographic by Pop Chart Lab
mixtape: Octopussies Liability
Anticipating our imminent release by Cédric Stevens (13th May 2012) we take the opportunity to re-present the bastard child mix made for the release of South Of No North's Octopussies Liquor Store. Tracklist: Jim O'Rourke "Old News Vol.5 (excerpt)" (mego) Jenny Hval "Engines in the City" (rune grammofon)
songwriting
"Songwriters and poets suffer from the same affliction . . . they both believe they have something to say." Do any of the following statements describe you? "I spend a large portion of every day thinking about writing songs.""
CALLIHOO Writing Helps
Character Feelings You can describe your character's feelings in more exact terms than just "happy" or "sad." Check these lists for the exact nuance to describe your character's intensity of feelings.
Deconstructing the first chord of The Beatles’ “A Hard Day’s Night”
Randy Bachman shows us what John, Paul, and George each played on their instruments to make the dissonant and awesome first chord of “A Hard Day’s Night”… (If you want to hear the chord first to remind yourself, here you go.) Wikipedia has a more involved and technical analysis. (via Reddit)
ap music theory
This course can help prepare students who wish to continue their musical education after high school, as well as students who wish to perform exceptionally well on the SAT exam. The level of aptitude in this subject will assist students wishing to excel on the SAT and in college courses. While there is no formal prerequisite for an AP Music Theory class, students should have a basic understanding of musical terms and composing. Students should also have some experience with some aspect of music, whether it is vocal performance, composing, or playing an instrument.
45 ways to avoid using the word 'very'
Writers Write is your one-stop resource for writers. Use these 45 ways to avoid using the word ‘very’ to improve your writing. Good writers avoid peppering their writing with qualifiers like ‘very’ and ‘really’. They are known as padding or filler words and generally add little to your writing.
