Understanding the Elements of Music

The highness or lowness of a sound

The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

The underlying pulse that makes you tap your foot, clap your hands, or dance along with the music

The feel that the sounds create

Pulse

Beat

Pitch

Harmony

The highness or lowness of a sound

The number of beats in each measure and what type of notes receive one beat

The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

The feel that the sounds create

The highness or lowness of a sound

The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

The underlying pulse that makes you tap your foot, clap your hands, or dance along with the music

The feel that the sounds create

The highness or lowness of a sound

The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

The underlying pulse that makes you tap your foot, clap your hands, or dance along with the music

The feel that the sounds create

The highness or lowness of a sound

The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

When two or more notes are played or sung at the same time

The feel that the sounds create

When notes are played together that do not make the listener feel calm or restful

When notes are played together and sound good or pleasant

The highness or lowness of a sound

The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

Music with one melody or tune played or sung by one person

Music with many layers of instruments

Music with a large gap between the highest and lowest notes

Music with all instruments playing notes very close together

A very short, recognizable part of the melody

The highness or lowness of a sound

The sequence of notes that makes a recognizable tune

The feel that the sounds create

Monophonic

Homophonic

Polyphonic

Thick