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

  1. 1What makes a melody feel 'finished' or 'unfinished' to our ears?
  2. 2How does the addition of harmony change the emotional weight of a solo line?
  3. 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

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