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Music Composition Techniques for Students

Authored by Rohit minj

Performing Arts

8th Grade

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Music Composition Techniques for Students
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common technique for creating a memorable melody?

Using complex harmonies

Avoiding repetition altogether

Focusing solely on lyrics

Repetition and variation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does syncopation affect the feel of a rhythm?

Syncopation has no effect on the feel of a rhythm.

Syncopation simplifies the rhythm, making it easier to follow.

Syncopation only makes the rhythm slower and less interesting.

Syncopation adds complexity and surprise, making the rhythm feel more dynamic and engaging.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between a major and minor chord?

A major chord has a major third interval, while a minor chord has a minor third interval.

A major chord has a minor third interval, while a minor chord has a major third interval.

A major chord is played with a higher pitch than a minor chord.

Both major and minor chords consist of the same intervals.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Name a common time signature used in popular music.

4/4

2/4

6/8

3/4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does dynamics play in a musical arrangement?

Dynamics only affect the tempo of a piece and helps for composer to analyze the temo.

Dynamics are irrelevant in a musical arrangement and not much in use as other elements.

Dynamics are solely about the volume of the music. it helps in giving variation to the peice.

Dynamics play a crucial role in shaping the emotional and expressive quality of a musical arrangement.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you create tension in a harmonic progression?

Focus solely on major chords.

Avoid any chromatic notes.

Use dissonance and delay resolution.

Use only consonant intervals.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of orchestration in music composition?

To create a uniform sound by using the same instrument for all parts and making it sound more beautiful.

To simplify the composition process by reducing the number of instruments used.

The purpose of orchestration is to enhance the musical texture and color by assigning parts to different instruments.

To eliminate the need for musical notation in the composition and sight reading in music.

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