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Lesson 12 of 84 ยท Melody

Melodic Sequences

Learn about melodic sequences: identify the climax of a melody

What You'll Learn

The climax of a melody is usually the highest note. Composers save the highest note for the most exciting part of the song!

1

Identify the climax of a melody

2

Understand phrase structure in melodies

Notes on the Staff

D4
C4
D4
E4

Check Your Understanding

Question 1 of 3

What is a rest in music?