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Music Theory 1

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Time Periods of Western Music History Prehistoric, Ancient, Medieval (400 - 1400 ce), Renaissance (1400 - 1600 ce), Baroque (1600-1750 ce), Classical (1750-1820 ce), Romantic (1820-1900 ce), 20th Century - Present
Music Humanly Organized Sound
Pulse Regular measurement of time
Tempo Speed of music
Rhythm Organization of time
Melody Meaningful succession of pitches
Harmony Two or more simultaneously sounding pitches that support a melody
Timbre Refers to the unique qualities of an instrument or sound
Dynamics Loudness or softness of music
Form The horizontal architecture of music
Monophonic One musical voice
Polyphonic All musical voices are important, equal
Homophonic Melody is important, all other voices support the melody
Melodic shape ascending Melody moves upward, from lower pitches to higher ones.
Melodic shape descending Melody moves downward, from higher pitches to lower ones.
Programmatic Music (program music) Music that is inspired by an extra-musical source
Absolute Music Music inspired by a musical idea
Interval The distance between two notes
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