music
Music is an art form involving arranged sounds to create a combination of form, harmony, melody, rhythm, or emotional expression, and it is a cultural universal.
Key aspects of music include:
- Elements The core components of music are generally considered to be sound (timbre, pitch, duration, amplitude), melody, harmony, rhythm, structure or form, and expression (dynamics, tempo, articulation).
- Creation Music can be created through composition, improvisation, and performance using a wide variety of musical instruments, including the human voice. It can also be produced electronically using software.
- Purpose It serves many purposes across cultures, including entertainment, religious ceremonies, social events, education, and as a medium for emotional expression and communication when words fail.
- Industry and Technology The music industry involves songwriters, performers, producers, and distributors. Technology, from sheet music to digital streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music, has drastically changed how music is created, shared, and consumed.
- Genres and Styles There are countless musical genres and styles globally, ranging from classical and jazz to rock, pop, hip-hop, K-Pop, and many more, each with its own characteristics and cultural roots.
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