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Lesson 2 of 84 · Melody
Steps and Leaps in Melody
Learn about steps and leaps in melody: distinguish between stepwise and leap motion
What You'll Learn
A motif is a short melodic idea, often just 3-4 notes. Beethoven's Fifth Symphony is built from a famous four-note motif.
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Distinguish between stepwise and leap motion
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Compose a short melody using 5 notes
Notes on the Staff
A4
B4
C5
A4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is an octave?