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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Textural roles | The functions of musical layers, such as melody, accompaniment, bass line and countermelody. |
| How to identify Textural roles in a score exerpt? | Compare the parts and identify the main melody, supporting harmony, rhythmic accompaniment and bass line. |
| Imitation | A musical idea introduced by one part and repeated shortly afterwards by another part. |
| How to identify imitation in a score exerpt? | Trace the same motif as it enters in different parts. |
| Countermelody | A secondary melody heard at the same time as the main melody. |
| How to identify Countermelody in a score exerpt? | Look for a second independent melodic line accompanying the main melody. |
| Ostinato | A musical pattern repeated continuously to create a recurring textural layer. |
| How to identify Ostinato in a score exerpt? | Find a short pattern that repeats while other parts change. |
| Drone | A sustained or repeated pitch that forms a continuous background layer. |
| How to identify Drone in a score exerpt? | Look for one pitch continuing underneath a changing melody or harmony. |
| Pedal point | A sustained or repeated note heard against changing harmonies. |
| How to identify Pedal point in a score exerpt? | Look for a stationary note, often in the bass, while the other parts move. |
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