Comparative analysis

Listening/Musicology

Listen to the music in the video below and answer the questions.

Eliza Aria

Dubstep Version by Metaphi

  1. How has the original theme presented in the intro of this version?
  2. Describe the use of textural layers and their rhythms in the A section (0:29-1:50)
  3. List the dubstep musical characteristics found in this piece and describe how they are used. Refer to Dubstep characteristics worksheet (DOCX 69.13KB).
  4. How is interest achieved in this piece?
  5. Which unifying musical elements are sustained throughout?
  6. Comparing this version with the original, discuss the use of tone colour and texture.