Call and Response
Definition
Call and response is a musical technique where one part (the "call") is followed by another part (the "response"), creating a back-and-forth conversation between different musical elements.
Analogy
Imagine a group of friends playing catch with a ball. One person throws the ball (the call) to another person, who catches it and throws it back (the response). They continue this exchange, creating a rhythmic conversation through their actions.
Related terms
Improvisation: The act of creating or performing music in the moment without prior planning or preparation.
Syncopation: A rhythmic effect where emphasis is placed on weak beats or off-beats, creating unexpected accents.
Ostinato: A repeated musical pattern that serves as a foundation for other melodies or harmonies.
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