release

• structure:

  • mostly 8 bar phrases
• rhythm, tempo & metre:

  • time signiture = 4/4
  • syncopation
  • steady tempo after bodhran entry
• melody:

  • solo parts play melodies based on folk tune
• texture:

  • multi-tracked and layered
  • gradual builds
• music technology:

  • multi-tracking
  • reverb used on all parts
  • synths and pre-recorded loops
  • panning
• instrumentation:

  • bass guitar
  • kora and talking drum
  • uilleann pipes
  • bodhran
  • fiddle, accordian, hurdy gurdy
  • male and female vocals
• tonality:

  • c minor
  • modal ideas (celtic music)
• harmony:

  • slow harmonic rhythm (chords change once per bar)
  • false relation
  • extended chords