The accented first beat in a measure. F Falsetto A 'light' voice used to sing notes that are above the normal register. This is a melody that is played on a flamenco guitar. Fermata A hold Flanging Effects that are added to modify the timbre of a recorded sound. There are various techniques such as two identical recordings being played simultaneously, one set to a slightly lower speed than the other.
Flats Lowers a pitch by one half step.
A flat is used for notation to indicate that a note is to be played one half tone below it's 'regular' sound. They aid in tuning and position of notes. A slang meaning a musician's performance or job which they have been contracted to do. Jim's next gig is on Tues, 10th'. Glissando A sliding movement from one pitch to the other Grace Note Notes usually played quickly before the beat.