21
Lesson 21 of 84 · Melody
The Hook of a Pop Song
Learn about the hook of a pop song: improvise a melody over a given chord progression
What You'll Learn
Vocal melodies must fit the singer's range. Composers think about tessitura—the most comfortable part of a voice's range.
1
Improvise a melody over a given chord progression
2
Recognize pentatonic melodies by ear
Notes on the Staff
G4
E4
C4
E4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What does 'conjunct motion' mean in melody?