Blank Space- Duration - Blank Space is set in a 4/4 time signature at a moderate tempo of 96.2 beats per minute. The rhythms used in reference to style is classic.
Pitch- "Blank Space" is composed in the key of F major. In this order of volume the drums, timpani, cello, xylophone and acoustic guitar are the most clearly heard instruments featured in the "Blank Space" music video.
Dynamics- The volume changes in this song can be easily heard. At the start because the singer is in a happy mood the music seems more joyous and is smooth flowing reflecting the love relationship between the characters but as their relationship is disturbed the singing and the music gets louder and faster, and slows down and the volume gets softer at parts in the second half of the song when Taylor ‘tortures’ her boyfriend. Overall the volume was loud.
Performing Media- The instruments used in this music video include: The timpan are the most easily heard instruments in this music video and create a more serious mood to the song.
Shake it off-
Duration- "Shake It Off" is an up-tempo dance-pop song set in a 4/4 time signature at a fast tempo of 160 beats per minute.
Pitch-"Shake It Off" is written in the key of G major. In this order volume the instruments used in this song are the drums, trombone, saxophone, electric keyboard and the guitar are clearly heard instruments features in "Shake it off".
Dynamics- The volume in this song does not change drastically. At the start of the song, the background music was quite loud and so was the singing voice. This continued as the song progressed, but background music became louder. The singer’s voice also became louder and faster making the song very loud, catchy and upbeat. It ended in high volume with many people getting involved as they “shake it off” with Taylor Swift. Overall the song was definitely on the loud side rather than the soft.