Feels So Good (composition)

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/feels-so-good--composition-

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the musical classification?Instrumental jazz-funk fusion
2. What is the composer and producer?Chuck Mangione
3. What is "Feels So Good" and who made it?It is a happy instrumental song by jazz musician Chuck Mangione.
4. Why does the flugelhorn sound so warm in the song?The flugelhorn has a mellow tone that makes the melody feel cozy and friendly.

Instrumental Composition: A musical work created without vocal elements, relying solely on instrumental performance for its expression and narrative.
Flugelhorn: A brass instrument characterized by its conical bore and mellow, warm tone, often employed in jazz ensembles for its lyrical quality.
Jazz-Funk Fusion: A genre that blends the improvisational complexity and harmonic richness of jazz with the rhythmic drive and groove of funk music.
Billboard Charts: Industry-standard rankings that measure the popularity and commercial success of music releases across various genres and formats in the United States.