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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.
What is the relationship between phrases in a parallel period?
Phrases are similar in melodic or rhythmic content.
What is the relationship between phrases in a contrasting period?
Phrases are different in melodic or rhythmic content.
What happens in a modulating period?
The second phrase modulates to a new key.
What is the characteristic of an asymmetrical period?
Phrases are of unequal length.
Describe a double period.
Four phrases in two pairs (antecedent and consequent); the final cadence is the most conclusive.
What is the function of the exposition in instrumental music?
Introduces the main themes.
What is the function of a bridge in choral music?
A transition before the final chorus, often with new musical ideas.
What is the function of a coda?
Brings the piece to a close.
What is an 'a a' phrase relationship?
Two identical phrases.
What is an 'a b' phrase relationship?
Two contrasting phrases.
What is modal music?
Music using modes instead of major/minor keys.
Define a musical phrase.
A complete musical idea with a beginning and ending.
What is a period in music?
A pair of phrases, antecedent (question) and consequent (answer).
Define 'antecedent'.
The first phrase in a period, acting as a question.
Define 'consequent'.
The second phrase in a period, acting as 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 verse?
A section with the main lyrics, setting up the story.
What is a chorus?
A repeating section with the main melody and lyrics.
Define 'refrain'.
Similar to a chorus, but lyrics repeat while melody may vary.