'Skye Waulking Song' - Capercaillie Flashcards
1
Q
Melody
A
Based on a pentatonic scale
2
Q
Articulation
A
Tremolo Effect on the violin at the beginning
3
Q
Dynamics
A
Terraced (each section is different)
4
Q
Tempo & Time SIgnature
A
12/8, 172bpm
5
Q
Structure
A
Binary Form, sec a & b linked by unaccompanied line
Strophic structure = melody same for both verses
Sec A = quiet calm peaceful
Sec B = generally much louder
6
Q
Harmony & Tonality
A
Sec A = E minor
Sec B = G major
7
Q
Instrumentation
A
Vocals violin synth bouzouki guitar accordian piano
8
Q
Rhythm
A
Uplifting rhythm, free sense of beat
9
Q
Texture
A
- Call & response between piano & bouzouki
- Heterophonic sections between pipes & violin, SecB
