WorksheetsCompositional devices quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a sequence?
A repetition of a musical idea in a different instrument in the same pitch
A repeat of a musical idea in the exact same pitch
a pattern that repeats multiple times throughout the music
an immediate repeat of a musical idea at a higher/lower pitch in the same instrument
Name the compositional device used in this extract (Click on the image to enlarge)
augmentation
diminution
pedal note
sequence
Which of the following is NOT a sequence?
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What is an ostinato?
A repeated/sustained note with chords changing over the top
a repeat of a musical idea at a higher pitch
a melodic/rhythmic pattern that repeats
a type of musical delight enjoyed by many musicians
Name the compositional device in this extract
ostinato
sequence riff
pedal note
syncopation
Which of the following is NOT an ostinato
How many times is the four-note motif (musical idea) played in this extract?
6 times
5 times
1 time
7 times
What is a pedal point/note?
a repeated or sustained note usually in the bass with changing chords
a repetition of a musical idea with changing chords
raising the melody up an octave with changing chords underneath
changing chords/harmony
Which of the following is NOT a pedal point
Which of the following is a pedal point/note?
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