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Musical Terms
Terms and Definitions of semester terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Form | The design, structure, or pattern of a music composition. |
| Motive | Recognizable part of a theme. |
| Time Signature | A sign for the metrical division of measures in music. |
| Tempo | The speed at which something is played. |
| Musical Staff | The set of lines used for the notation of different pitches. |
| Pitch | The frequency of vibration for a given note. |
| Octave | An interval of an eighth. |
| Dynamics | The levels of sound, loud or soft, in a given piece. |
| Musical Alphabet | The pitches A-G used to create music. |
| Treble Clef | A sign that specifies the note to be indicated by one of the lines, from which other notes may be gauged. |