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Lesson 50 of 84 ยท Melody

Modal Melodies (Part 2)

Learn about modal melodies (part 2): distinguish between stepwise and leap motion

What You'll Learn

Vocal melodies must fit the singer's range. Composers think about tessituraโ€”the most comfortable part of a voice's range.

1

Distinguish between stepwise and leap motion

2

Compose a short melody using 5 notes

Notes on the Staff

Tap a note to hear it

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is an octave?