Module 1.2: Melody and Pitch: The Tune and Its Journey
Key Concepts
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Frequency: The scientific basis for pitch ().
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Octave: The interval between one musical pitch and another with double its frequency.
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Conjunct vs. Disjunct: Conjunct melodies move by small steps; disjunct melodies move by large leaps.
Examples & Applications
Conjunct Melody: "Mary Had a Little Lamb" (mostly small steps).
Disjunct Melody: "The Star-Spangled Banner" (lots of large leaps).
Arch Contour: "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" (starts low, goes high, comes back down).
Memory Aids
Interactive tools to help you remember key concepts
Rhymes
Pitch is high or low, like a bird or a bass; intervals space the notes, scales set the pace.
Memory Tools
Pitch, Intervals, S**cale β the building blocks of melody!
Memory Tools
Melodic Contour, P**hrasing β to recall how melodies are shaped.
Memory Tools
The Treble clef looks like a fancy 'G' (G-clef); the Bass clef looks like a stylized 'F' (F-clef).
Flash Cards
Glossary
- Ledger Lines
Lines used to extend the staff for notes outside its range.
Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.