Melodic Range of the Chorus
Let's consider the effect of taking up the melodic range of the chorus on a specific song in the following exercise.
Once again we're going to be listening to preproduction work tapes from Ali Rapetti, so calibrate your producer's ears to focus on the melody and not the recording or the performance.
Get into focused listening mode (quiet your mind, let go of prejudice, take a deep breath), then consider these two examples of possible melodies for this song's chorus:
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Listen to this example, then, write down your answers to these questions:
How did this make you feel?
Did the song feel like it was headed somewhere?
Did any of the sections feel like a chorus?
Why or why not?
Was there a build?
Let's try the same song, with some more melodic contour in the verse and the pre-chorus, and the chorus up a bit higher:
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Listen to this example, then, write down your answers to these questions:
Did the change in melody affect your emotional reaction?
Did the song feel like it was headed somewhere?
Did the sections feel more pronounced and delineated?
Why or why not?
Was there a build?
How would you describe the overall effect that the change in melody had after the producer's guidance?
Melodic Range of The Chorus
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Melodic Range Of The Chorus
Part 1
Based on the audio sample provided, the melody has a repetitive, catchy rhythm that creates a sense of familiarity and predictability. The melody made me feel cheerful and upbeat. The song feels like it is building towards something, particularly in the chorus, where the melody becomes more intense, and the instrumentation becomes more layered. This sense of momentum and excitement is created by the gradual increase in volume and complexity of the instrumentation, leading to a climax in the chorus. The section that feels like a chorus is a part where the melody is most prominent and the lyrics are repeated. This repetition helps to reinforce the melody and makes it easier for the listener to remember and sing along. There is a build in the song, particularly in the chorus. The intensity of the melody and instrumentation gradually increases, creating a sense of momentum and anticipation. This build culminates in the chorus, which is the most musically exciting part of the song.
Part 2
The change in m...