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Lesson 51 of 84 · Melody

Counter-Melody Harmony (Part 2)

Learn about counter-melody harmony (part 2): recognize melodic patterns and sequences

What You'll Learn

Vocal melodies must fit the singer's range. Composers think about tessitura—the most comfortable part of a voice's range.

1

Recognize melodic patterns and sequences

2

Use solfège to sight-sing melodies

Notes on the Staff

C5
B4
A4
G4

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is a motif?