Calypso
Overview
Explore the origins and instrumentation of Calypso music and sing ‘Day O’ and ‘Benjamin Calypso’. Play ‘Yellow Bird’ on keyboards with an introduction on how to record this into Garageband.
Example Key Words
Syncopation
Where a rhythm feels off-beat, as the emphasis is on the weaker beats of the bar.
Bassline
The lowest pitched part of the music, often played on a bass instrument.
Harmony
Vocals or instruments playing together but using different pitches that work well with each other.
Unison
Vocals or instruments playing together at the same pitch.
Accompaniment
A musical part which supports another instrument or vocal part that has the melody.