Music Glossary: [Page 21]

Consistent fonts (music/text), sizes, spacing, cues—your publishing template. more

Consistent rules for fonts, note spacing, slurs, articulations, and rehearsal marks across all parts. more

Head-Related Transfer Function capturing pinna/head/torso filtering for direction-dependent cues. more

Lift grounds safely, check DI isolation, swap cables; trace from source to bus. more

Template micro-shifts per role (drums ahead, bass centered, guitars back). more

Intentional micro-variations in timing/velocity to restore feel after quantization. more

Subtle timing/velocity variance or groove templates from a live take; keep consistent pocket. more

Pick + fingers for speed and dynamic nuance in lines and comping. more

Blend orchestra with synths/FX; align envelopes and articulation for cohesion. more

Steam, water intake, humidity control; avoid irritants and reflux triggers. more

Write parts natural to instruments' articulation and technique; avoid impossible leaps. more

Personal monitor systems isolating stage sound; reduce bleed and protect hearing. more

Ambient mics, pan for space, and careful limiter to combat occlusion/isolation. more

Passive pickups prefer high-impedance inputs; mismatches can dull tone or add noise. more

Time-domain reaction of a system to a short impulse; encodes reflections and resonances. more

Chart slang meaning a track entered or jumped up the chart rapidly, often flagged with a “bullet” marker. more

Promises that work is original/cleared and that you’ll cover losses if that proves false. Know the risk. more

Four-way coordination via ostinato + reading grid. more

Tala cycles (teental, rupak), claps/waves, tihai endings for rhythmic cadence. more

Independent-spirited rock/pop emphasizing originality and alternative aesthetics. more

Personal monitoring using wired or wireless packs. Reduces stage volume, improves clarity; requires careful gain staging and RF planning. more

Channel-by-channel list (source, mic/DI, stand, phantom) for patching and gain staging. more

Visual/social platform with Reels; useful for teasers, behind-the-scenes, and fan engagement. more

Consistent placement and awareness of spill/phase. Combine DI + mic wisely; mark positions on mats/tape for repeatability. more

The specific combination of instruments used in a work or movement. more

Stereo interleaved files for finals; consolidated multitrack stems start at bar 1 for easy re-alignment. more

Berne Convention provides minimums and national treatment; local law still applies. more