Can You Hear a Melody and Write It Down? - Ear Training

The video tutorial explores the concept of melodic dictation, emphasizing the importance of capturing melodies from memory. It guides viewers through an exercise in D minor, encouraging them to listen, remember, and notate a melody. The tutorial provides multiple playthroughs, offering tips on recognizing intervals and melody shapes. By the end, viewers should be better equipped to transcribe melodies, preserving their musical ideas.

What is the main frustration discussed in the introduction regarding melodies?

• Forgetting them before writing them down

• Not being able to play them on an instrument

• Forgetting the lyrics

• Not being able to sing them

What is the key of the melody used in the exercise?

• D minor

• G major

• A minor

• C major

What is the first step in notating a melody according to the exercise?

• Identifying the tempo

• Identifying the key signature

• Identifying the rhythm

• Identifying the first note

What should you focus on if you can't remember the entire melody?

• The contour or shape of the melody

• The dynamics

• The tempo

• The lyrics

What is the interval of the first leap in the melody?

• A sixth

• A third

• A fifth

• An octave

What is the last note of the melody?

• D

• C

• G

• A

What is the interval between the last note of the first phrase and the first note of the second phrase?

• A fourth

• An octave

• A third

• A second

What is the significance of recognizing the tonic and dominant notes?

• They are the fastest notes

• They provide a framework for the melody

• They are the loudest notes

• They help in identifying the rhythm

What is the purpose of practicing melodic dictation?

• To improve singing skills

• To learn new songs

• To enhance memory

• To capture and use musical ideas

What is the final step in the exercise as described in the video?

• Playing the melody on an instrument

• Revealing the complete melody

• Singing the melody

• Changing the key of the melody