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What is a melodic sequence?
A musical pattern repeated at different pitch levels.
What is a pattern in a melodic sequence?
The original musical idea that is repeated.
Define 'level of transposition'.
The interval by which each repetition of the pattern is shifted.
What is a diatonic sequence?
A sequence that stays within the key.
What is a chromatic sequence?
A sequence that uses accidentals to maintain interval quality or modulate.
What is an ascending sequence?
A sequence where the pattern moves upward in pitch.
What is a descending sequence?
A sequence where the pattern moves downward in pitch.
What is the main function of melodic sequences?
To develop musical ideas and create continuity and change.
What is the role of diatonic sequences in establishing a key?
They reinforce the tonic key by emphasizing notes within it.
How do chromatic sequences lead to modulation?
By introducing notes outside of the current key, creating tension and motion.
What is a melodic sequence?
A musical idea (pattern) repeated at different pitch levels.
Define 'pattern' in a melodic sequence.
The original musical idea that is repeated.
What is 'level of transposition'?
The interval by which each repetition of the pattern is shifted.
What is a diatonic sequence?
A sequence that stays within the key; interval quality may change.
What is a chromatic sequence?
A sequence that uses accidentals to maintain exact interval quality.
What is an ascending sequence?
A sequence where the pattern moves upward in pitch.
What is a descending sequence?
A sequence where the pattern moves downward in pitch.
What does it mean to prolong the tonic area?
Repeating patterns that emphasize notes within the tonic key to create stability.
How do sequences signal modulation?
By gradually introducing notes from the target key.
What is the function of melodic sequences?
Prolonging the tonic area or signaling motion to a new key (modulation).
How do sequences prolong the tonic area?
By repeating patterns that emphasize notes within the tonic key, creating stability.
How do sequences signal motion to a new key?
By gradually introducing notes from the target key, often using chromatic alterations.
What is the function of a diatonic sequence?
To establish and reinforce the tonic key.
What is the function of a chromatic sequence?
To create tension, forward motion, and modulation.