Concepts - Melody/Harmony II Flashcards
1
Q
descant
A
another melody above the main tune
2
Q
contrary motion
A
two parts moving in opposite directions
3
Q
pedal
A
a note which is held or played continuously n the bass part
4
Q
inverted pedal
A
a note which is held or repeated continuously in the upper part
5
Q
perfect cadence
A
piece sounds finished
6
Q
imperfect cadence
A
piece sounds unfinished