Embellishments, Motives, and Melodic Devices
Which of the following best describes a melodic sequence?
A series of chords moving in a circle of fifths
A musical pattern repeated at different pitch levels
A melody that moves only by step
A rhythmic pattern that is repeated throughout a piece
In an ascending sequence, the pattern moves in which direction?
Downward
Upward
Stays on the same pitch
Alternates up and down
A musical excerpt features a pattern that consistently moves downwards. This is best described as what type of sequence?
Ascending Sequence
Descending Sequence
Chromatic Sequence
Diatonic Sequence
What is the term for the original musical idea that is repeated in a sequence?
Motive
Pattern
Phrase
Cadence
A melodic sequence begins on C4 and is then repeated starting on E4. What is the level of transposition?
A second
A third
A fourth
A fifth
Which of the following is true about diatonic sequences?
They use accidentals frequently.
They stay within the key.
They always maintain the exact interval quality.
They are primarily used for modulation.
A sequence in C major contains both major and minor seconds. This is most likely a:
Chromatic Sequence
Diatonic Sequence
Parallel Sequence
Real Sequence

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Chromatic sequences are often used for what purpose?
Establishing the tonic key
Prolonging the tonic area
Modulation (moving to a new key)
Creating a sense of stability
A sequence uses accidentals to keep the intervals exactly the same. This is most likely a:
Diatonic Sequence
Chromatic Sequence
Tonal Sequence
Real Sequence
What is the primary function of a melodic sequence that prolongs the tonic area?
To create tension
To move to a new key
To reinforce the home key
To avoid repetition