Music Fundamentals A Balanced Approach

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WORKBOOK: MODULE 5
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Exercise 5.5


Complete the melodies, using the motive and time signature provided. Compose two phrases, each four or five
measures long; the second phrase may be similar or contrasting to the first.



  • Add bar lines and end with a double bar line.

  • To provide musical cohesion, use rhythms and a melodic contour similar to those of the given motive. To
    give the melody a stronger ending, end on a strong beat.

  • Perform the completed melodies yourself, or have them performed by another class member or by your
    instructor.



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Using the notes in the order given below, complete the melody. (Any of the notes provided may be repeated;
notice that the original motive is characterized by repeated notes.) Locate the repetition of the motive that begins
on G; to give the melody cohesion, consider repeating the rhythmic pattern of the motive.


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