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What is Music?: What are the musical features of a news theme?

Video What is Music?: What are the musical features of a news theme?

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Music that introduces the news has to be not only dramatic and exciting but also neutral. It has to introduce war and disasters, as well as weddings and elections. It turns out, the music we associate with the news worldwide often originates from movies! So, what does an effective news theme often include? How would you write your own news theme?

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7; 8; 9; 10

Topics Torres Strait Islander art Aboriginal art Regional art Australian art Aboriginal music industry Musical notation Cultural imperialism Music styles Culture Music Music appreciation Composing (Music) Music performance Cultural contexts Cultural awareness Dynamics (Music) Musical elements Narratives Soundtracks Timbre Improvisation (Music) Composers (Music) Ear training
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  • The Arts
  • Music

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