The 7 Elements of Music Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the 7 elements of music? Pitch, Dynamics, Texture, Form

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Texture

Front

Which element of music refers to how high or low a sound is?

Back

Pitch

Front

If a composer wants to change the loudness or softness of a piece, which element of music are they adjusting?

Back

Dynamics

Front

A student is analyzing a song and focuses on the sequence of notes that make up the main tune. Which element of music are they studying?

Back

Melody

Front

Which element of music is concerned with the structure or layout of a musical composition?

Back

Form

Front

Which element of music refers to the highness or lowness of a sound?

Back

Pitch

Front

What does the term "dynamics" describe in music?

Back

The loudness of a sound

Front

Which element of music is defined as the individual tone quality?

Back

Timbre

Front

If a student is asked to identify the element of music that deals with the duration of a sound, which element should they choose?

Back

Rhythm

Front

Which element of music is described as the series of horizontal notes or "tune"?

Back

Melody