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What defines a perfect cadence in music?
What defines a perfect cadence in music?
Which of the following describes a minor chord?
Which of the following describes a minor chord?
Which term describes two or more independent melodies heard at the same time?
Which term describes two or more independent melodies heard at the same time?
What is the purpose of a bridge in a song structure?
What is the purpose of a bridge in a song structure?
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What does the term 'tempo' refer to in music?
What does the term 'tempo' refer to in music?
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Study Notes
Cadences
- Perfect cadence: V I (sounds complete)
- Imperfect cadence: V (sounds incomplete)
Chords
- Primary chords: I, IV, and V
- Major chord structure: Root + 4 semitones + 3 semitones
- Secondary chords: ii, iii, and vi
- Minor chord structure: Root + 3 semitones + 4 semitones
Texture
- Monophonic: One instrumental line
- Homophonic: Chordal/all parts move together
- Melody-dominated homophony: Tune and accompaniment
- Polyphonic: Multiple independent musical lines
- Countermelody: Two or more independent melodies
Song Structure & Elements
- Hook: Catchiest part of the song
- Riff: Short, catchy phrase (often in the intro or instrumental)
- Interval: Distance between two notes
- Tonality: Major or minor
- Structure: Order of sections in a piece of music
- Rhythm: Length and organization of notes
- Tempo: Speed of music
- Timbre: Tone quality of sound
- Dynamics: Loudness/softness of music
- Pitch: Highness/lowness of notes
Song Sections
- Verse: Moves the song's narrative; same melody, different lyrics.
- Pre-Chorus: Builds up to the chorus; same melody and lyrics.
- Chorus: Main hook; same lyrics and melody.
- Bridge: 8 bars of contrast; usually the penultimate section.
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Explore essential concepts of music theory including cadences, chords, texture, and song structure. Understand the relationships between different musical elements and their functions within compositions. This quiz covers everything from perfect cadences to primary chords and song dynamics.
