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What is the single long note held underneath the melodic line called?

The single long note held underneath the melodic line is called a "pedal point" or "pedal tone." It serves as a harmonic foundation, providing stability and contrast to the moving melody above it. Often found in various musical styles, it can create tension and resolution as the melody interacts with the sustained note.


What term refers to one melodic line?

A monophonic texture refers to a musical texture consisting of a single melodic line without any harmonies or accompanying parts.


What texture in which a single voice takes over the melodic interest while the accompanying voices are subordinate is called?

The texture in which a single voice takes over the melodic interest while the accompanying voices are subordinate is called monophony. In this texture, there is one main melodic line without accompanying harmony or counterpoint. It can also be characterized by a solo voice or instrument performing a melody, with other voices or instruments providing simple support.


What is the musical texture of the Kyrie?

It has a monophonic texture because it consists of a single melodic line. It has no harmony.


What is a sustained tone that serves as harmonic support to a melodic line called?

A drone


Performance of a single melodic line by more than one instrument or voice is described as playing or singing in?

unison


The striking emotional effect created by the high point in the melodic line is called?

the climax


A texture in which a single voice takes over the melodic interest while the accompanying voices are subordinate is called:?

A texture in which a single voice takes over the melodic interest while the accompanying voices are subordinate is called "monophony" or "homophony." In monophony, there is only one melodic line without any harmonies or accompaniment. In homophony, there is a primary melody supported by harmonies or chords. Both textures emphasize the prominence of the main melody while the other voices provide support.


What is monophic music?

Do you mean monophonic music? that would be music with a single melodic line (that is, no harmony, counter melody etc.)


The high point of a melodic line is called what?

The high point of a melodic line is called the "peak" or "apex." It represents the highest pitch in the melody, often creating a moment of emotional intensity or resolution. This peak can be pivotal in shaping the overall structure and expressiveness of the musical piece.


The musical feature that lent harmonic support to the main melodic line of a composition was called?

Basso continuo


What is a monodic?

Monadic means to have a single vocal part. The term is used in descriptions of an ode for one voice or actor, and to describe a musical composition dominated by a single melodic line.