Unit 8: Modes and Form

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tension

The relationship between phrases can create ________ and release, which is an important aspect of musical expression.

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raga

Each ________ has a unique combination of notes, which gives it a distinct character and mood.

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sense of tension

It creates a(n) ________ or expectation that is resolved by the consequent phrase.

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Mixolydian

________ is similar to Ionian with a lowered 7th scale degree.

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Phrygian

________ is similar to Aeolian with a lowered 2nd scale degree.

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Ionian

Lydian, Mixolydian, and ________ are major modes.

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Ionian mode

________- Same pattern as the major scale.

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Dorian

________ is similar to Aeolian with a raised 6th scale degree.

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Ionian mode

Same pattern as the major scale

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Aeolian mode

Same pattern as the natural minor scale

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Pentatonic scale

Has five tones

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Major pentatonic

To build it, in the Circle of Fifths, start from C up to 5 consecutive pitches

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Relative minor pentatonic

It uses the same pitch as the C pentatonic but it starts on A

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Blues scale

A musical scale that is used in blues music and other genres that are influenced by it

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Ragas

Melodic frameworks used in Indian classical music

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Heptatonic scales

There are seven tones in the scale

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Hexatonic scale

There are six tones in this scale

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Whole-tone scale

Each pitch is a whole step apart

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Musical phrase

A group of musical ideas that form a complete musical thought

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Phrase chain

A series of phrases that are related to each other

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Period

A group of phrases that form a complete musical idea

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Antecedent phrase

The first phrase in a period

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Consequent phrase

The second phrase in a period

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Parallel periods

Two musical phrases that have the same or similar melodic and rhythmic structure

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Contrasting periods

Two musical phrases that have different melodic and rhythmic structures

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Modulating periods

Two musical phrases that start in one key and end in a different key

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Asymmetrical periods

Two musical phrases that have different lengths or structures

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Double period

Four musical phrases that are grouped into two pairs, with each pair having a similar or contrasting structure

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Exposition

The opening section of a musical piece that introduces the main themes and melodies, and establishes the key and tonality of the piece

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Interlude

A short section that connects two larger sections of a piece used to provide contrast or to transition between different moods or tempos

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Bridge

A section that connects two different parts of a song and that often provides a contrast to the verse or chorus

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Verse

A section of a song that tells a story or conveys a message

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Chorus

A section of a song that is repeated several times throughout the piece

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Refrain

A repeated line or phrase that occurs at the end of each verse or chorus

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Coda

A concluding section of a musical piece that provides a sense of closure or resolution and may contain a recapitulation of earlier themes or melodies

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Codetta

A short concluding section that follows the main coda and is used to provide a final flourish or to bring the piece to a definitive end

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