discussion 2 wk 3
Elements of Music #1 Handout
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1. Rhythm |
the flow of music in terms of time |
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2. Beat |
the pulse that recurs regularly in music |
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3. Meter |
the regular pattern of stressed and unstressed beats |
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4. Tempo |
the speed of the beats in a piece of music |
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5. Polyrhythm |
two or more rhythm patterns occurring simultaneously |
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6. Pitch |
the perceived highness or lowness of a musical sound |
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7. Melody |
a series of consecutive pitches that form a cohesive musical entity |
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8. Counterpoint |
two or more independent lines with melodic character occurring at the same time |
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9. Harmony |
the simultaneous sounds of several pitches, usually in accompanying a melody |
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10. Dynamics |
the amount of loudness in music |
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11. Timbre |
tone quality or tone color in music |
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12. Form |
the pattern or plan of a musical work |