Texture Flashcards
1
Q
monophonic
A
One instruments
2
Q
Homophonic
A
2 instruments
3
Q
polyphonic
A
many instruments/ melodys
4
Q
unison
A
singing/playing the same thing together
5
Q
octaves
A
the interval between a key
6
Q
call and response
A
here one musician offers a phrase and a second player answers with a direct commentary or response to the offered phrase.
7
Q
alberti bass
A
a repeated accompaniment figure
8
Q
Pedal
A
a note that is held through changing harmonies
9
Q
Drone
A
a sustained tone
10
Q
Counter melody
A
a different melody played at the same time
11
Q
Bass line
A
The lowest line of a piece of music.
