Language And Music

A Grammar of Whalesong: The Humpback’s Dialect

Beyond the familiar sounds of the ocean lies a complex world of communication, where humpback whales sing in distinct, evolving…

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The Verlan of French Rap

Verlan, the French back-slang born in the suburbs, found its ultimate expression in hip-hop. More than just street talk, it…

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The Dorabella Cipher: Elgar’s Musical Mystery

Dive into the mystery of the Dorabella Cipher, an 87-character encrypted note from famed composer Edward Elgar that has baffled…

2 weeks ago

Your Guide to Spanish Music & Dance

From the raw, emotional communication of a Flamenco performance to the unified circle of a Catalan Sardana, Spain's cultural identity…

2 weeks ago

The Sound of a Vowel: What Are Formants?

Why does an 'ee' sound so different from an 'oo', even when sung at the exact same pitch? The secret…

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The Syntax of Sheet Music

We often speak of music as a "universal language", but beyond the metaphor lies a tangible, non-verbal writing system of…

3 weeks ago

How the Deaf See Music

Music is often considered an auditory experience, but for the Deaf community, it's a world felt through powerful vibrations and…

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Is Music a Language? A Linguistic Breakdown

We call music a "universal language," but can it truly communicate like one? This deep dive compares the notes and…

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The Phonetics of Pop: Why Some Languages Are More “Singable” Than Others

Ever wonder why Italian opera sounds so smooth or why English dominates the pop charts? The answer lies in the…

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The Role of the Italian Language in Opera

The influence of the Italian language in opera is profound and far-reaching. As the birthplace of this magnificent form of…

2 years ago

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