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Define rhythmic pattern.
A series of rhythms repeated in a specific order.
What is a dotted rhythm?
A rhythm where a dot after a note increases its duration by half its original value.
Define rhythmic motif.
A short, repeating rhythmic pattern that forms the basis of a musical piece.
What is swing rhythm?
A rhythmic feel achieved by alternating long and short notes, with emphasis on the upbeats.
What are polyrhythms?
Simultaneous use of multiple rhythms, creating intricate patterns.
Define rubato.
Manipulation of tempo for expressive purposes.
What is syncopation?
Emphasis on off-beat notes.
What is a time signature?
A symbol indicating the meter of a piece of music.
Define beaming.
Connecting notes together with a beam to visually represent a beat or division of a beat.
What is tempo?
The speed or pace of a piece of music.
How do rhythmic motifs contribute to musical form?
They create unity and coherence throughout a piece.
What does a dot after a quarter note do?
Increases the quarter note's duration by half, making it equal to a quarter note plus an eighth note.
When should stems point up?
Notes on the 2nd space or lower.
When should stems point down?
Notes on the 3rd space or higher.
What is the rule for beaming notes?
Beam notes within one beat together to help the brain see the meter.
Where is the notehead placed when the stem goes up?
To the left of the stem.
Where is the notehead placed when the stem goes down?
To the right of the stem.
In SATB writing, which voices have stems up?
Soprano and Tenor.
In SATB writing, which voices have stems down?
Alto and Bass.
What does a quarter note rest indicate?
A silence equal in duration to a quarter note.
In swing rhythm, how are eighth notes typically performed?
The first eighth note is longer, and the second eighth note is shorter, creating a triplet feel.