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Lesson 18 of 84 · Melody
Modal Melodies
Learn about modal melodies: distinguish between stepwise and leap motion
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
Distinguish between stepwise and leap motion
2
Compose a short melody using 5 notes
Notes on the Staff
E4
F4
G4
Check Your Understanding
Question 1 of 3
What is an octave?