Rhythm, Melody, and Soundscapes · Music Theory
Melodic Contours and Harmony
Examining how pitch and intervals combine to create memorable themes and supporting harmonies.
Key Questions
- 1What makes a melody feel 'finished' or 'unfinished' to our ears?
- 2How does the addition of harmony change the emotional weight of a solo line?
- 3Why do certain intervals sound pleasing while others sound jarring?
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
ON: Music - Grade 7
Grade: Grade 7
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Rhythm, Melody, and Soundscapes
Period: Music Theory
Suggested Methodologies
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