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The Conventions of Pop (Area of Study 5)

Quick questions on Pop ballads: slow tempo, big choruses and key changes - OCR GCSE Music

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What is the typical tempo and subject of a pop ballad? [2 marks]
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What is a key change, and where does it usually come in a ballad? [2 marks]
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Explain how a pop ballad typically builds in intensity towards the end. [4 marks]

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