Practice Shaping the Tune: Melodic Contour and Phrasing - 1.2.2 | Unit 1: The Building Blocks of Sound - Elements of Music | IB Grade 9 Music
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1.2.2 - Shaping the Tune: Melodic Contour and Phrasing

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does melodic contour refer to?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how a melody is shaped.

Question 2

Easy

Name an element that indicates phrasing in music notation.

πŸ’‘ Hint: How do musicians indicate pauses?

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Question 1

What does 'melodic contour' describe?

  • The rhythm of a piece
  • The shape of the melody
  • The harmony used

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how melodies are shaped.

Question 2

True or False: Phrasing is important for the expressiveness of music.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the impact of pauses in music.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze the melodic contour and phrasing in a well-known symphony, discussing how these elements affect its emotional delivery.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Listen closely to the shape of melodies and how they breathe.

Question 2

Create a short melody that incorporates both smooth and jagged contours with appropriate phrasing.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how to transition between these shapes.

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