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Is this piece in a major or minor key?

This seemingly easy question can be a great way of assessing student's ability to hear major/minor tonalities and ability to read music - e.g. are there any naturals, sharps, or flats on the sheet music? ...

Answered by Lydia F. Music tutor
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What is an ostinato?

An ostinato is a repeated pattern of notes. It can be either rhythmic, melodic, or both. You can also augment/ diminish an ostinato which is especially common in minimalist music.

Answered by Alice J. Music tutor
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How can I think of a melody for my composition?

Melodies can seem really hard to invent, but it's actually quite easy if you go about it the right way. Listen to the start of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4IRMY...

Answered by Caitlin A. Music tutor
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What is 'Sonata form'?

Sonata form is the way in which a musical movement (usually the first) is structured. This can be broken down into 3 general sections, each with their own set of characteristics:E...

Answered by Hannah M. Music tutor
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How does sonata form work?

Sonata form is one of those things that seems rather scary at first, but once you get to grips with it it's actually a lot more simple than you think, and unlocks a whole load of music in one go! So, h...

Answered by Sebastian J. Music tutor
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