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What a WONDERFUL World. By Louis Armstrong. Louis Armstrong. Born- August 4 th 1901 Died- July 6 th 1971 Nicknames- satchmo , pops, and ambassador satch Skills- singing And trumpet. Texture. The texture of the song is very gentle and peaceful. It is also simple and rustic.
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What a WONDERFUL World By Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong • Born- August 4th1901 • Died- July 6th 1971 • Nicknames- satchmo, pops, and ambassador satch • Skills- singing And trumpet
Texture • The texture of the song is very gentle and peaceful. It is also simple and rustic. • Through different elements of music, the texture of the song is emphasized. • the melody, text, dynamics, tempo, and timbre work together to make the texture of the song beautiful and yet simple.
Texture through melody • The melody is very calm, giving the song a tranquil feeling. • The melody is also simple. The tune repeats itself each verse, so it is very easy to learn.
Texture through text • The words of the song are about the simplicity and beauty of the world. • Each verse is closely related in terms of the overall meanings of the words, also supporting the simple texture.
Texture through dynamics • There isn’t much of a variation of dynamics in the song. • This helps keep the song more relaxing. • If there was a lot of change in dynamics it wouldn’t be consistent with making the texture smooth.
Texture through tempo • The tempo also has little to no variation in the song. • Changing the tempo would make the song more challenging and difficult. • The tempo is easy to follow and has no change to keep the song modest.
Texture through timbre • the timbre of Louis Armstrong's voice is very warm and soothing. • His timbre makes the song more believable.
resources • http://www.biography.com/people/louis-armstrong-9188912