Aos4: Typical music describing Magic / Fantasy / Space Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
What are some common woodwind instruments in film and game music?
A
Flutes and clarinets
2
Q
What is the tempo like?
A
Slow / medium
3
Q
What instruments are used to portray something magical?
A
Harp and glockenspiel
4
Q
What typical percussion instruments are used?
A
Triangle, cymbal and bells
5
Q
Why is a major key used?
A
Sounds more uplifting than minor
6
Q
Why does the melody rise and is high-pitched?
A
Makes the music sound more magical
7
Q
Is the music legato or staccato?
A
Legato - often with long, sustained notes
8
Q
What is the texture like? What does this mean?
A
Sparse - large range between lowest and highest notes
9
Q
What are tremolo strings?
A
Effect used to make magic and suspense
