Descriptive Flashcards
1
Q
Conjunct
A
A melody that moves by step
2
Q
Anacrusis
A
Note that starts before the first beat of the bar – also called a pick-up – start of chorus.
3
Q
Perfect 5th
A
Vocal Range. Interval between E and B (or C and G)
4
Q
Ascending
A
A melody that rises in pitch
5
Q
Khamaj Scale
A
Uses the notes – C D E F G A Bb B C.
6
Q
Raga
A
Scale used to make melodic ideas in Indian music.
7
Q
Glissando
A
A slide from one note to another
8
Q
Fill
A
Additional musical idea added for interest – often seen in Paul McCartney’s bass guitar playing.
9
Q
Syllabic
A
1 note per syllable
10
Q
Melismatic
A
Multiple notes per syllable
