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Characteristic of Music
Characteristic of Music
TIC
OF
MUSIC
WHAT IS
MUSIC
FOR
YOU?
What is amazing about music is
that is imbedded within all of us.
Everyone
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there it and
is a archaeological evidenc
of music in many ancient societies, it is unclea
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where music began. Historically,
themselves up. Playing
music has been musicculture
a part of human with
other musicians
throughout is an
the world. It is incredible
clear from existing
evidence that music was important in Ancient
feeling. Some people describe it
Greece, Egypt, China, and India, for example
as rowing down a river together.
WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS
Z
OF MUSIC?
HARMONY
In music refers to the simultaneous sounding
of different pitches
or chords to create a pleasing and coherent
blend of sounds. It involves the combination
and relationship between multiple notes or
chords played together. Harmony adds
depth, richness, and additional layers of
sound to a musical composition. It can create
tension, release, and a sense of balance
within the overall sound.
MELODY
Is the organized sequence of musical notes
played or sung consecutively to create a
recognizable and coherent musical line. It is
the primary and most easily identifiable
aspect of musical composition. A melody is
typically constructed by combining different
pitches, durations, and rhythm in a
meaningful and memorable way. Melodies
often serve as the main focal point of a
musical piece, providing a sense of direction
and carrying the emotional and expressive
content. They can be simple or complex, and
can be found in various genres and styles of
music.
SOUND
In music refers to the vibration or disturbances in the air,
water, or any other medium that our auditory system can
perceive. These vibrations are typically produced by
various musical instruments, including voice, which create
audible patterns of frequencies and amplitudes. Sound
encompasses different elements such as pitch, rhythm,
timbre, dynamics, and texture, which is collectively form
the musical composition. It is the fundamental building
block of music, enabling communication of emotions, ideas
and artistic expression.
RHYTHM
In music is the organized pattern of time and duration
of musical sounds and silences. It is the underlying
pulse or beat that gives a sense of stability, a forward
movement, and coherence to a piece of music.
Rhythm is created through the arrangement of notes
and rests in relation to each other, forming specific
patterns and accents. It encompasses elements like
tempo (the speed or rate at which the music is
performed), meter (the grouping of beats into
recurring patterns), and rhythmic patterns or motifs.
STRUCTURE
In music refers to the overall organization
and arrangement of musical elements
within a composition. It encompasses
how different sections, themes, phrases,
and musical ideas are organized and
related to each other. The structure
provides a framework for the progression
and development of the music, giving it
coherence and clarity.
Common structural elements in music include: