0 a small part of a machine or object that is pushed down with the foot to operate or move the machine or object: --
1 operated by a pedal or pedals: --
3 a small part of a machine or vehicle that you can press down with your foot to operate the machine or make the vehicle move: --
Having previously tested this array, the composer was surprised to find that my 5'3" frame could not straddle pedals 1 and 8 simultaneously, as his larger body easily could!
In many cases, these involve changes that seem obviously desirable: reduced surface noise, more readable computer screens, more reliable pitch following, more comfortable and responsive pedals.
There then follows two greatly augmented versions of the theme in dotted minims: first on the organ pedals (bar 30) and then in bar 32 in the trumpet.
If you could lubricate your axles and cycle in a vacuum, you could travel along at a steady speed for ever, without pedalling!
As roughly depicted in the sketches, these include pedals, sensors, separated or filtered audio input.
I worked with one composer whose piece required eight continuous controller pedals arranged in a semi-circle around my chair.
I often see electric violinists who step on foot pedals, physically turning their bodies or heads towards the ground.
The use of close-ups here is particularly interesting; the focus is on the boys' feet and the pedals of the bike moving faster and faster.
