Chapter 5

Question 1

what is voice leading?

Answer 1

the ways in which chords are produced by the motions of individual musical lines

Question 2

what is counterpoint?

Answer 2

the combining of relatively independent musical lines / 2 independent melody lines happening at the same time

Question 3

what are the main aspects of rhythm when writing a melodic line?

Answer 3

1.) keep the rhythm simple
2.) most duration being equal or longer than the duration of the beat
3.) the final note should occur on a strong beat

Question 4

what is the main aspect of harmony in a melodic line?

Answer 4

1.) every note belongs to the chord that harmonizes it

Question 5

what are the main aspects of contour in a melodic line?

Answer 5

1.) should be conjunct (step-wise)
2.) shape should be interesting
3.) one focal point (highest note)

Question 6

what are the main aspects of leaps in a melodic line?

Answer 6

1.) avoid augmented intervals, 7ths, and anything greater than an octave
2.) >P4 should be approached and left in opposite direction
3.) small leaps in the same direction should outline a triad

Question 7

what is the main aspect of tenancy tones in a melodic line?

Answer 7

7-1 and 4-3

Question 8

whats a full score?

Answer 8

all or most parts are notated on their own individual staffs

Question 9

whats a reduced score?

Answer 9

notated at concert pitch on as few staves as possible