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In music, an articulation refers to the style that affects the length or execution of one or several notes in relation to each other. Articulations are expressed with articulation marks, which modify the execution of notes and create relationships between them. In a sense, articulation marks are a relative form of expression because their differentiation relies upon their context. In other common musical languages, articulations are referred to as accentuazione in Italian, articulation in French and Artikulation in German....

I read somewhere that people who are learning CPR are often told that to do chest compressions at the right pace, they should imagine the song, “Stayin’ Alive” as they work. That got me to thinking about the more routine workouts some of us engage in, and how it seems easier to do repetitive motions to music. And that got me to thinking about classic rock songs to load on your MP3 player for your next workout....

A “country club” is a social and recreational facility that sells memberships and offers its members access to its facilities. Those facilities typically include a golf course, perhaps tennis and swim facilities, and dining. A country club usually offers social activities for its members. A country club can be very private, very expensive and very exclusive, capping membership at a small number (say, 250). Or a country club can follow a semi-private model for its golf business, giving its members preferential tee times but also allowing non-members to play the golf course....

The Flowboard by Flowlab is a large skateboard-style deck with two unique trucks that each hold seven wheels fixed in an arch. The result is a skateboard that turns and flows in a different way than more traditional pin trucks with two wheels each. In fact, the feeling is so odd that you really have to try it to understand the difference. In this review, I’ll talk about the 36" Flowboard model....

We all want the world to be a better place than when we left it, so how about applying that philosophy to the comic book community? Can we find some ways to give back to the hobby that has given us so much joy? Fortunately, many comic book charities have sprung up to fill that void. The Hero Initiative The Hero Initiative exists because “everybody deserves a golden-age.” Their mission works in many ways to make lives better for comic creators, especially those who have served so long but now have fallen on hard times....

With over a billion users, Facebook is the most widely used social network by individuals and businesses. Initially, Facebook started as a social network for students at Harvard, and later expanded to other colleges. In September 2006, the network was opened up to anyone, age of 13 or older, that had a valid email address. Since then, the network has allowed people to connect with old school mates, family overseas, and more....

Paintball guns are finicky and unpredictable pieces of equipment. Some guns may be virtually problem-free for years, while another gun might have problems on a daily basis. Or a gun that initially causes no problems at all may suddenly turn into a finicky one. Many problems with paintball guns are relatively common and can be fixed without too much effort. The following tips are aimed at the common problems with standard blowback-style paintball guns, such as Spyders and Tippmanns....

The workforce is aging as baby boomers move toward retirement. Gen X managers need to learn how to motivate and manage this talent pool of older workers. Both generations have very different views of the other and will need to learn how the other generation operates. It is up to the managers, Gen X or otherwise, to take the lead and create the climate in which older workers will remain engaged and productive....

These days you can barely find a blackjack game that doesn’t have some type of a side-wager, bonus or progressive bet available. That’s because players have become very proficient at the standard game of blackjack and the house edge is very small. That’s not always the story with side bets! Blackjack bonus bets are designed to be easy to understand and easy to play. They accompany the standard blackjack bet and must be made before you receive your first two cards....

01 of 20 20 Funny Harry Potter Memes Tumblr It’s hard to believe that the Harry Potter novels by J.K. Rowling have graced our bookshelves for nearly twenty years now, yet there’s no doubt that the “boy who lived” has become part of the very fabric of modern society since they were first published in 1998. With the addition of eight extremely popular feature films based on the books, the Harry Potter franchise continues to bring joy to audiences both old and new every day....

Buying auto parts can get expensive. There are times when a used auto part can be just as good as a new one, especially if you need it in a pinch and the auto parts store tells you it will be a week while they wait for the special order to arrive. But should you buy used car parts? Do you take a risk in quality if the parts have already been used or are they a great bargain?...

Have you ever taken a look at the speedometer on your classic car and the needle was shaking in rhythm with a horrendous high-pitched sound? Fortunately, problems with mechanically operated speedometers can often be resolved with a little effort. Here we’ll talk about how they work and common problems on vintage automobiles. Gear Driven Speedometer Operation Whether you have a 1969 Chevrolet Nova Super Sport, a 50s era Oldsmobile Rocket Eighty-Eight, or even a British sports car like a Jaguar E-Type the speedometers basically work the same....

01 of 05 Get Ready Bryce Kanights / ESPN Images The 360 flip (also known as a tre flip ) is a skateboarding trick that looks similar to a kickflip, except that the board spins on two axes. That means that in the 360 flip, you flip like in a kickflip but also spin 360 degrees like a 360 shuvit. If you are imagining a very sweet trick in your mind, then you’re probably got it right....

There are a variety of ways in which to approach creating a painting, none of which is better or more correct than another. Which approach you take will, to some extent, be influenced by your painting style and personality.As with all painting techniques, don’t assume a particular approach won’t work for you without having tried it. Nor do you have to use only one in a painting, you’re free to mix and match approaches if you wish....

Originally started as supper clubs back in the 1960s, pop-up restaurants have seen a resurgence. Just as their name implies, pop-ups often occur in unexpected places, for a limited time. Many chefs open a pop-up restaurant as a way to showcase their talents to a wider audience, perhaps drawing in investors for a restaurant in the future. Other pop-ups are a test run by would-be restaurateurs who are thinking of opening their own restaurant....

By now, you’ve likely heard about the gender wage gap—it exists in all industries, although the percentages vary. The gender wage gap is defined as “the difference between women’s and men’s average weekly full-time equivalent earnings, expressed as a percentage of men’s earnings.” Closing the gender wage gap has been on the minds of many people, both in positions of power and your average middle-of-the-road worker. In fact, the gender wage gap was first brought to the attention of the United States in 1963, when the Equal Pay Act was signed by President John F....

Most war films play it safe. They tantalize with us a quick cutaway shot of someone taking a bullet, they allude to carnage in the background, but as viewers, we’re still mostly spared the true awful intense horror that warfare can be. It’s because we’re spared some of these details that we can view war films as exhilarating. That we can be “greatly entertained” by battle films where people die. (As a war film fan, I’m more guilty of this than anyone; I love a good cinematic firefight!...

Romantic love songs are some of the most memorable pop songs ever written. These are the ten best of all time. Romantic love songs are some of the most memorable pop songs ever written. These are the ten best of all time. 03 of 10 Paul McCartney and Wings - “My Love” (1973) Courtesy Apple Derided by critics as hopelessly sappy, “My Love” has survived as a simple tribute to an all-encompassing romantic love....

Celtic punk bands are a great listen any day of the year, not just St. Patrick’s Day. Steeped in Irish tradition and accompanied by traditional instruments, these bands play new punk songs and put a new twist on some old standbys as well. Celtic punk bands are a great listen any day of the year, not just St. Patrick’s Day. Steeped in Irish tradition and accompanied by traditional instruments, these bands play new punk songs and put a new twist on some old standbys as well....

Bounce rate is an interesting metric provided by most e-commerce analytics programs. It is one of the “key performance indicators,” or KPIs, that e-commerce sites can use to monitor and assess the traffic on the website. While it is difficult to define a “good” bounce rate, monitoring this metric as it relates to actions taken to engage customers can be enormously productive. But first, you’ll want to understand bounce rate and its specific relation to e-commerce websites....