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Lesson 32 of 84 ยท Melody

Transposing a Melody

Learn about transposing a melody: compare melodic styles across genres

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.

1

Compare melodic styles across genres

2

Write a melody with a clear beginning and ending

Notes on the Staff

F4
A4
C5

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is melodic contour?