Cymbal
A cymbal is a concave, metal percussion instrument that produces a shimmering, sustained sound when struck, and it is integral to many musical styles from orchestral to rock.
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Atonality
Atonality is a compositional approach that deliberately avoids establishing a key centre, emerging in the early twentieth century and reshaping modern music theory and practice.
Lydian mode
The Lydian mode is a diatonic musical scale that can be thought of as a major scale with a raised fourth degree, giving it a bright, floating quality.
Noise Gate
A noise gate is an audio processing tool that attenuates or silences signals that fall below a set amplitude threshold, helping to remove unwanted background noise and improve clarity in recordings and live sound.
Electric guitar
An electric guitar is a stringed instrument that uses electromagnetic pickups to convert string vibrations into electrical signals, which are then amplified to produce sound.
Subdivision (music)
Subdivision in music refers to the practice of breaking a beat or a larger rhythmic value into smaller, regular units, enabling precise timing and complex rhythmic patterns.
Mode (music)
In music, a mode is a type of scale characterized by a specific pattern of intervals, forming the basis for melody and harmony. Modes have been used across cultures and eras, from ancient Greek theory to modern jazz and folk traditions.
Fingerboard (musical instrument component)
The fingerboard is the long, flat surface on stringed instruments where the player presses the strings to change pitch. It is a fundamental element of instruments such as violins, guitars, and cellos, influencing intonation, technique, and tone production.
Loudness Units (LUFS)
Loudness Units relative to Full Scale (LUFS) is a standardized measurement of perceived audio loudness. It is used in broadcasting, streaming, and mastering to ensure consistent playback levels across different platforms.
Hemiola
A hemiola is a rhythmic device that temporarily shifts the perceived beat grouping, creating a feeling of two beats in the time of three (or vice‑versa). It is widely used across classical, folk, and popular music to add tension and variety.