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Area of Study 2 (AOS2) - Coggle Diagram

- - - - Intro
      - Verse
      - Chorus
      - Bridge
      - Verse
      - Chorus
        
        This is also known as a verse-chorus structure
      - Coda
      - Chorus
  - - - A character singing about their feelings
    - - The words in the song say what is happening in the play - leads to the next part of a story
    - - Essentially solo character songs with two people (same idea in trios, quartets ect.)
    - - Involves a full cast, used to show major changes in location/plot
- - - - Takes inspiration from classical music, where development takes longer
      - Involved lengthy instrumental solos, copying the improvised solos in jazz, and slow-moving chord patterns.
      - Emerged during the 60s
    - - Featured riffs, virtuoso solos and fills.
      - Range of tonalities, including modal scales.
      - Emphasis on loud and aggressive distorted solo guitar
        
        Distortion
        
        Music effect that makes the sound much grittier
    - - Harder and more distorted than hard rock, with even longer guitar solos.
    - - Theatrical and glitzy
      - Easier to listen to than hard rock, with a more rock ‘n’ roll feel as well as catchy hooks.
      - Musicians wore outrageous costumes, makeup and hairstyles, particularly platform shoes and glitter.
    - - Because of the powerful nature of the music and lyrics, a lot of rock songs can be described as anthems.
      - Usually have memorable, singable choruses.
      - Examples include ‘Born to be Wild’ and ‘We Will Rock You’.
    - - Harsh and angry music from the 1970s.
      - Usually about anarchy and rebellion.
      - Lyrics were often shouted.
    - - Tried to recreate the surreal images and sounds experienced with hallucinogenic drugs common to the 60s and 70s, like LSD.
      - Used lots of guitar effects and unusual electronic instruments and effects (eg, panning).
        
        Panning
        
        Music effect of the sound going from one speaker to another, making the sound seem like it is entering different ears
      - Lyrics were weird and dreamlike.
      - Bands include The Beatles & The Doors.
- - - - Referred to as underscoring. Adds to the mood of the scene, reinforcing dramatic developments and aspects of a character
    - - Referred to as diegetic. Included in the story e.g music heard on a radio
- - - - More orchestral
      - More instruments used
      - More like a film score
    - - Electronic
    - - More real instruments used
      - Vocals