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Lesson 65 of 84 ยท Melody

Sing a Simple Tune (Part 3)

Learn about sing a simple tune (part 3): sing or play a simple melody accurately

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

Sing or play a simple melody accurately

2

Identify the contour (shape) of a melody

Notes on the Staff

C4
E4
G4
C5

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is a melody?