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Deep Diving into Music: Understanding the Art through Hip-Hop
Music is a very broad subject, but today we are going to narrow it down and have a deep dive into it. Our ultimate goal is to understand the music we listen to and create a relationship with it. To start off, we are going to spend the first two hours exploring the foundation of hip-hop. This is a different approach than what you may be used to, but it is important to understand the basics in order to fully grasp the subject.
The first step in this process is to understand the foundation of hip-hop. This is the rock, roll, and bounce, which are the building blocks that make up the genre. On top of these foundations is the groove, which is what gives the music its unique rhythm and flow. Just like grammar is the foundation of language, the rock, roll, and bounce are the foundation of hip-hop.
Once we have a strong understanding of the foundation, it's time to add the voice to our expression. The voice in music is like the voice we use when speaking, it gives us the ability to express ourselves and communicate with others. This is where the groove comes in, as it represents our natural way of moving. Each person has their own unique groove, just like they have their own unique voice. It is important to start getting familiar with your own groove so that you can be yourself and truly express yourself through music.
It's also important to understand that in order to communicate, we need both the foundation (rock, roll, and bounce) and the voice (groove). This is why groove is placed on top of the foundation, just like a voice is used on top of grammar in language.
In conclusion, today's deep dive into music is all about understanding the art of hip-hop. By exploring the foundation and the voice, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the music and start to play with the rules and create something truly unique. So let's start understanding our natural way of moving and expressing ourselves through music!
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