Heterophony: Explore the Art of Varied Melodies in Music

Question 1

What is the main purpose of the variations found in heterophony?

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To add interest and create a sense of movement in the music

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To make the melody harder to sing

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To highlight the skills of the musicians

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To make the music more humorous

Question 2

How does heterophony differ from monophony?

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Heterophony has multiple melodies with variations, while monophony has a single, unchanging melody

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Monophony has multiple melodies, while heterophony has only one

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Heterophony is more complex than monophony

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Monophony is more common than heterophony

Question 3

What is the connection between the different melodies in heterophony?

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They are all slightly different versions of the same basic melody

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They are completely different melodies.

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They are independent melodies that are played at the same time, but don't relate to each other

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They are played in unison

Question 4

How does heterophony contribute to the overall sound of music?

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It makes the music more complex and interesting

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It makes the music harder to understand

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It introduces a sense of chaos to the music

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It has no effect on the overall sound of music

Question 5

What is an advantage of using heterophony in music?

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It allows for greater creativity and expression

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It makes it easier for musicians to play together

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It ensures that the music will always be in tune

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It reduces the amount of rehearsal time needed

Question 6

Which instrument is commonly used to produce drones in heterophony?

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Bagpipes

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Violin

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Flute

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Clarinet

Question 7

In heterophony, what is the main characteristic that distinguishes it from other types of music?

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Multiple voices singing different versions of the same melody at the same time

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Multiple voices singing the exact same melody at the same time

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Multiple instruments playing the same melody in unison

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Multiple instruments playing different melodies simultaneously

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of a drone used in heterophony?

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A sustained note played continuously on a bagpipe

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A melody repeated over and over

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A harmony accompanying a melody

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A rhythmic pattern played on a drum

Question 9

Which instrument is frequently used to produce drones in heterophonic music?

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Bagpipe

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Violin

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Flute

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Guitar

Question 10

In heterophonic music, how is the melody performed?

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With variations in rhythm and pattern.

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Played identically on all instruments.

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Without any rhythm or harmony.

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In different keys simultaneously.

Question 11

Which of these best describes heterophony?

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A melody with different versions played at once

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A single melody accompanied by a drone

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Multiple melodies played at the same time

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A repeating rhythmic pattern with a changing melody

Question 12

What is the role of a drone accompaniment in heterophony?

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To provide a base for the melody

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To create a sense of rhythm

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To add a different melody

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To make the main melody louder

Question 13

What is a key difference between heterophony and homophony?

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Heterophony has variations in the melody and homophony does not.

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Heterophony has one melody and homophony has many.

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Heterophony uses a drone accompaniment and homophony does not.

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Heterophony is more common in Western music and homophony in non-Western music.

Question 14

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of heterophony?

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A unified melody

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Variations in the melody

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Use of improvisation

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Use of a drone accompaniment

Question 15

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of heterophony?

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A single melody played with variations

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Multiple melodies played simultaneously

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Emphasis on rhythmic patterns

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Use of improvisation

Question 16

In a heterophonic texture, how are the variations related to the main melody?

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They vary in rhythm and ornamentation

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They are unrelated melodies

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They follow the same harmonic structure

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They are based on different scales

Question 17

How does heterophony differ from polyphony?

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Heterophony has one melody with variations, while polyphony has multiple independent melodies

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Polyphony is always written down, while heterophony is often improvised

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Heterophony uses variations in rhythm, while polyphony uses variations in harmony

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Polyphony is more complex than heterophony

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of a heterophonic piece?

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A traditional Irish folk song

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Pachelbel's Canon in D

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Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3

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A modern jazz improvisation

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a country that has influenced the development of heterophony?

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Jazz

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India

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Africa

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Indonesia

Question 20

Which of the following is **not** a characteristic of heterophony?

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Strict adherence to a single rhythmic pattern

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Variations on a melody

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Simultaneous performance of different versions of the melody

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Use of improvisation

Question 21

Which of the following is an example of a heterophonic texture?

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A group of musicians improvising a folk song

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A choir singing a hymn in unison

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A string quartet playing a fugue

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An orchestra performing a symphony

Question 22

Which instrument is often used for heterophonic playing in traditional Indian music?

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Sitar

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Tabla

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Violin

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Guitar

Question 23

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of heterophony?

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A melody with variations played simultaneously

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A single melody played in unison

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A melody that changes rhythm and tempo throughout

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A melody played in a call-and-response style

Question 24

Which of these is NOT a typical characteristic of heterophonic music?

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Chords accompanying the melody

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Variations in the melody

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Different instruments playing the same melody

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Improvisation

Question 25

What is the purpose of the drone in heterophony?

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To provide a harmonic foundation

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To create a sense of tension and release

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To add a rhythmic element to the music

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To imitate the sound of a natural instrument

Question 26

What is the main difference between heterophony and homophony?

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Heterophony has multiple melodies played simultaneously, while homophony has a single melody with chords.

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Homophony has a single melody with chords, while heterophony has multiple melodies played simultaneously.

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Heterophony is used in classical music, while homophony is used in folk music.

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Homophony is used in folk music, while heterophony is used in classical music.

Question 27

What is a potential drawback of using heterophony in music?

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It can sound cluttered

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It can create interest and variety

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It can be more expressive

Question 28

When learning and performing heterophonic music from another culture, what ethical consideration is most important to keep in mind?

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Respecting the cultural ownership of the music

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Changing the melody to make it more familiar

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Only learning the music from written sources

Question 29

How does improvisation contribute to the creativity of heterophonic music?

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Improvisation allows musicians to add their own unique variations to the melody.

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Improvisation is not permitted in heterophonic music.

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Improvisation is only used in ancient heterophonic music.

Question 30

How has recording technology influenced the popularity of heterophonic music?

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Recordings have increased the accessibility of heterophonic music

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Recordings have decreased the popularity of heterophonic music

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Recordings have had no impact on the popularity of heterophonic music

Question 31

How do variations in heterophony create excitement and energy in music?

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They add unexpected and contrasting elements to the melody

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They make the melody more predictable and boring

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They slow down the tempo of the music

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They limit the number of instruments used

Question 32

Which feature is NOT typically associated with heterophony?

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A clear separation between the main melody and accompanying lines

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Multiple melodies played at the same time

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Variations in rhythm and decoration

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Origins in traditional folk music

Question 33

In heterophony, which of the following is the main characteristic?

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Variations on a main melody

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A repeated bass line

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A single, unchanging melody

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Chords

Question 34

Which type of music often employs heterophony?

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Traditional folk music

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Pop music

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Jazz

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Classical music

Question 35

How does heterophony differ from homophony?

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Heterophony has variations on the melody, while homophony has a fixed melody

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Heterophony has a repeated bass line, while homophony doesn't

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Heterophony uses different instruments than homophony

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Heterophony is played faster than homophony

Question 36

What is an advantage of using heterophony in music?

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It creates richness and complexity

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It reduces the need for rehearsals

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It makes the music easier to sing

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It helps musicians stay in tune

Question 37

Which of the following describes the function of ornamentation in heterophony?

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It adds variety and embellishment to the melody

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It helps keep the melody in tune

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It is not a common feature of heterophony

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It makes the melody easier to remember

Question 38

How is heterophony related to improvisation in music?

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Heterophony allows for variations and improvisations on a melody

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Heterophony is completely separate from improvisation

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Heterophony restricts improvisation

Question 39

What is a potential disadvantage of using heterophony?

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It can make it difficult to maintain a clear and coherent musical line

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It is too complex for most listeners to appreciate

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It requires too many musicians to perform

Question 40

What is the musical term for a repeating bass line that accompanies a melody?

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Ostinato

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Fugue

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Canon

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Chant

Question 41

Which of the following is a contemporary example of heterophony?

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A cappella singing

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Heavy metal music

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Solo piano music

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Electronic dance music

Question 42

Which of the following features BEST describes heterophony?

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Multiple similar melodies played simultaneously

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A single, unchanging melody

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A melody with a repeated bassline

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A melody with no accompanying harmony

Question 43

In which musical context is heterophony frequently encountered?

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Traditional folk music

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Classical symphonies

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Modern pop music

Question 44

How would you describe the relationship between the variations in a heterophonic melody?

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Related but not identical

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Unrelated

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Completely different

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Exactly the same

Question 45

Which statement about variations in heterophonic melodies is INCORRECT?

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They must always be in the same key as the main melody

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They may vary in pitch

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They may differ in ornamentation

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They may vary in rhythm

Question 46

How does heterophony contribute to the overall impact of a musical piece?

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It adds depth and richness to the sound

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It is only suitable for sad and mournful music

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It is too dissonant for most musical styles

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It makes the music sound cheerful and upbeat