Understanding the Elements of Music

What is rhythm in music?

• The highness or lowness of a sound

• The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

• The underlying pulse that makes you tap your foot, clap your hands, or dance along with the music

• The feel that the sounds create

What is the basic unit of time in music?

• Pulse

• Beat

• Pitch

• Harmony

What does the time signature in music notation indicate?

• The highness or lowness of a sound

• The number of beats in each measure and what type of notes receive one beat

• The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

• The feel that the sounds create

What is pitch in music?

• The highness or lowness of a sound

• The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

• The underlying pulse that makes you tap your foot, clap your hands, or dance along with the music

• The feel that the sounds create

What is a melody in music?

• The highness or lowness of a sound

• The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

• The underlying pulse that makes you tap your foot, clap your hands, or dance along with the music

• The feel that the sounds create

What is harmony in music?

• The highness or lowness of a sound

• The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

• When two or more notes are played or sung at the same time

• The feel that the sounds create

What is consonance in music?

• When notes are played together that do not make the listener feel calm or restful

• When notes are played together and sound good or pleasant

• The highness or lowness of a sound

• The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

What does a monophonic texture in music mean?

• Music with one melody or tune played or sung by one person

• Music with many layers of instruments

• Music with a large gap between the highest and lowest notes

• Music with all instruments playing notes very close together

What is a motif in music?

• A very short, recognizable part of the melody

• The highness or lowness of a sound

• The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

• The feel that the sounds create

What is the most common type of musical texture in the United States?

• Monophonic

• Homophonic

• Polyphonic

• Thick