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Describe an 'a a' phrase relationship.
Two identical phrases.
Describe an 'a a'' phrase relationship.
Two similar phrases, but the second is varied.
Describe an 'a b' phrase relationship.
Two contrasting phrases.
What makes a period 'parallel'?
Phrases are similar in melodic or rhythmic content.
What makes a period 'contrasting'?
Phrases are different in melodic or rhythmic content.
What is a modulating period?
The second phrase modulates to a new key.
What is an asymmetrical period?
Phrases are of unequal length.
Describe a double period.
Four phrases in two pairs (antecedent and consequent). Final cadence is the most conclusive.
Function of an interlude?
A transitional section between main parts.
Function of a bridge?
A transition before the final chorus, often with new musical ideas.
What is modal music?
Music using modes instead of major/minor keys.
Define a musical phrase.
A complete musical idea, like a musical sentence.
What is a period?
A pair of phrases: antecedent (question) and consequent (answer).
Define 'antecedent'.
The first phrase in a period, acting like a question.
Define 'consequent'.
The second phrase in a period, acting like an answer.
What is an exposition?
The opening section where main themes are introduced.
What is a coda?
The final section that brings the piece to a close.
What is a chorus?
A repeating section with the main melody and lyrics.
What is a refrain?
Similar to a chorus, but lyrics repeat while the melody may vary.
Define 'interlude'.
A transitional section between main parts, often instrumental.
Ionian mode: W-W-H-W-W-W-H. What scale is this?
Major scale.
Dorian mode: Describe its sound.
Minor with a raised 6th.
Phrygian mode: Describe its sound.
Minor with a lowered 2nd.
Lydian mode: Describe its sound.
Major with a raised 4th.
Mixolydian mode: Describe its sound.
Major with a lowered 7th.
Aeolian mode: W-H-W-W-H-W-W. What scale is this?
Natural minor scale.
Locrian mode: Describe its sound.
Lowered 2nd and 5th.
What is the interval difference between Ionian and Lydian?
Lydian has a raised 4th.
What is the interval difference between Ionian and Mixolydian?
Mixolydian has a lowered 7th.
What is the interval difference between Aeolian and Dorian?
Dorian has a raised 6th.