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Hi Ian. A refrain is a line or groups of lines that you'd like to repeat more than once in your song, usually summarizing the point of your story. I hope this helps. "A Chorus is the part of your song where all of your instruments, singers or musical elements come together to play and/or sing in unison."
- Is refrain the same as pre chorus?
- What's a refrain in music?
- What are the 3 parts of a song?
- Can a song start with a refrain?
Is refrain the same as pre chorus?
Typically a chorus or refrain will contain the song's primary message while the verses capitalize on this idea by adding specific details to create a story. A pre-chorus creates a bridge between the verse and chorus and allows the opportunity to add depth to your story or message.
What's a refrain in music?
1 : a regularly recurring phrase or verse especially at the end of each stanza or division of a poem or song : chorus also : the musical setting of a refrain. 2 : a comment or statement that is often repeated.
What are the 3 parts of a song?
Most of today's hit song structures are made up of of three different sections: Verse, Chorus, and Bridge.
- CHORUS: The chorus has the same melody AND the same lyric each time we hear it. ...
- VERSE: The verses all have the same melody but different lyrics.
Can a song start with a refrain?
It's quite possible to start your song by developing a refrain first. ... Allow the end of your verse to smoothly connect, both melodically and harmonically, to the refrain. The refrain itself can be repeated, and there are lots of other options for the specifics of a refrain, so use your imagination.
