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Lesson 35 of 84 · Melody
The Shape of a Melody (Part 2)
Learn about the shape of a melody (part 2): recognize melodic patterns and sequences
What You'll Learn
A motif is a short melodic idea, often just 3-4 notes. Beethoven's Fifth Symphony is built from a famous four-note motif.
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Recognize melodic patterns and sequences
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Use solfège to sight-sing melodies
Notes on the Staff
F4
A4
C5
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is a motif?