Melodic Phrase Structure Flashcards
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Augmentation
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The presentation of a melody or motive with the note values doubled
2
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Canon
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A style of writing in which an extended melody with the notes halved
3
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Diminution
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The presentation of a melody or motive with the note values halved
4
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Imitation
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The immediate restatement of a melody or a motive in another voice or hand
5
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Motive
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A short melodic or rhythmic pattern that apperars throughout a piece. When played in music, the key may change
6
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Repetition
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It occurs when a melodic or a rhythmic pattern is repeated
7
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Sequence
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This occurs when a melodic pattern is repeated at a higher or lower pitch, usually a 2nd or a 3rd above or below the original pattern
