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The Power of Silence: Rests in Music
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Can You Hear the Silence?
Can You Hear the Silence?
Think about your favourite song. Now imagine it played non-stop, with absolutely no breaks — every instrument playing every single second. Would it sound as exciting? Probably not! Great music is not just about the notes we hear. It is also about the moments we do not hear anything at all. Those silent moments have a special name in music. Can you guess what it might be?
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