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Music Keywords (set 1 )

Terms in this set (15)

pulse
Beats of identical length.
Simple time
Time in which each beat has simple notes
Compound time
Each beat consists of a dotted note or its equivalent
Regular
Beat that is regular and consistent
Irregular
When a beat division occurs outside of the norm. Irregular rhythm - irregular metre.
Augmentation (1)
Melody. When a tune is written out in longer note values.
Augmentation (2)
Making a chord bigger
Diminution (1)
Melody. When a tune is written out in shorter note values.
Diminution (2)
Making a chord smaller.
hemiola
Three against two
cross-rhythm
A rhythm used at the same time with another rhythm or rhythms.
dotted rhythm
A note with a dot behind it (A long note followed by a short note)
triplets
A triplet is a group of three notes played inside the length of two of its note-type.
syncopation
Off beat rhythm
tempo
speed of music
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