Music Glossary: [Page 9]

Provide a count-in reference stem when needed so live players and editors align starts reliably. more

Decide per song: click for tracks/precision vs free tempo for feel. more

Leveling phrases pre-inserts so compressors and plugins work musically and consistently. more

Level stage at clip level before compression; leave faders for balance/automation. more

Tight chord spacing within an octave; cohesive color but can muddy in low register. more

Chord tones packed within a single octave; compact, pianistic sound. more

Striking strings with the wood of the bow for percussive timbre (battuto) or bowing with wood (tratto). more

Collaborative release credited as “Artist feat. Guest.” Clarify splits, approvals, assets, and release plan before publishing. more

Written splits for songwriting, production, and revenue. Establish ownership early to avoid disputes. more

Digital creation and collaboration tools have transformed how musicians produce and share ideas. These cloud-based platforms allow artists to work ... more

Cross-pollinate audiences; split sheets and metadata sorted before release. more

Societies administer rights/royalties on behalf of rightsholders (e.g., PRS, MCPS, SoundExchange). more

Optical spacing around slurs, articulations, lyrics, and tuplets. more

Blend timbres (e.g., flute+violin, clarinet+viola) to create hybrid colors. more

Rapid key cycles by major thirds (G–E♭–B etc.); demands compact, pivot-friendly voicings. more

Symmetric third-cycle key centers around dominant pillars; outline guide-tones to avoid getting lost. more

Systematic drills through the three-tonic cycle. Start with arpeggio cells and guide-tones before adding approach notes. more

Peaked/notched response from summing a signal with a delayed version (reflections or dual mics). more

Sustain a single tone to pivot into new key center. more

Shared cues/hand signals, MD authority, and polite correction norms. more

Editing multiple takes to create a best performance. Requires crossfades and consistent tone to remain transparent. more

Assembling a master performance from multiple takes using playlists/editing. more

Assemble takes with consistent tone and delivery; crossfade cleanly and maintain lyric clarity. more

Part designs that leave space for lead and vocals; syncopation supports, never fights, the groove. more

Record multiple takes to lanes/playlists; swipe best phrases into a master comp. more

Anticipations, tied rhythms, and rests to support singers/soloists. more

Accompanying parts leave space for vocal; anticipate phrasing and breaths. more