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musical structure

 

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Musical Structure

Noun:

1. The organization and arrangement of various musical elements, such as melody, harmony, rhythm, and form, that give a composition its overall coherence.

Sample Sentence:

- The musical structure of the symphony was complex and intricate, with the composer incorporating different themes and motifs throughout the four movements.


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Noun:

2. The architectural framework or design that governs the construction and organization of a musical piece, particularly in terms of its sections, phrases, and repetitions.

Sample Sentence:

- The musical structure of the jazz composition consisted of an AABA form, with the main theme being played twice before the bridge section.


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Adjective:

1. Referring to the characteristic arrangement and organization of musical elements within a composition.

Sample Sentence:

- The composer employed a highly innovative and intricate musical structure in his latest symphony.


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Adjective:

2. Pertaining to the structural framework of a particular style or genre of music that is popular or characteristic of a specific locality or culture.

Sample Sentence:

- The band played traditional folk songs with a distinct local musical structure, featuring unique rhythmic patterns and instrumental arrangements.


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