Master Musical Texture: Enhance Your Music Understanding

Question 1

In monophony, which of the following is present?

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One melodic line only

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Multiple independent melodic lines

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A combination of melodic lines and chords

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No discernible melody

Question 2

Which of the following is a key feature of homophony?

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One dominant melodic line accompanied by chords

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Multiple melodic lines that are equally important

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No clear distinction between melody and accompaniment

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A complex layering of multiple independent melodic lines

Question 3

Which of the following pieces of music is most likely to have a polyphonic texture?

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A choral piece with multiple vocal parts

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A folk song sung by a single person

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An orchestral overture with a single dominant melodic line

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A solo piano piece with a simple accompanying bass line

Question 4

Which of the following examples is a homophonic texture?

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A hymn where the congregation sings a single melody accompanied by chords on an organ

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A round where all voices sing the same melody at different times

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A fugue where multiple melodic lines overlap and imitate each other

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A piece for solo piano with a complex and intricate melody

Question 5

How does polyphony differ from monophony?

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Polyphony has multiple independent melodic lines, while monophony has only one.

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Monophony has multiple independent melodic lines, while polyphony has only one.

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Polyphony and monophony both have multiple independent melodic lines.

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Monophony and polyphony both have only one melodic line.

Question 6

Which of the following pieces of music would most likely have a monophonic texture?

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A solo flute playing a traditional folk tune

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A choir singing a complex choral arrangement

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A symphony orchestra performing a concerto

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A jazz band improvising a free-form composition

Question 7

Identify the texture characterized by a single melodic line without accompaniment.

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Monophony

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Polyphony

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Heterophony

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Homophony

Question 8

Which musical style often employs monophonic texture?

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Gregorian chant

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Classical symphony

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Jazz quartet

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Rock band

Question 9

Monophonic texture is characterized by:

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A single melodic line with no accompaniment

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Two or more independent melodic lines

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A melody with a simple harmonic accompaniment

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A complex arrangement of multiple instruments

Question 10

Homophony is a texture where:

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One main melody stands out with subordinate accompaniment

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Multiple independent melodies are played simultaneously

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A repeated pattern is played by all instruments

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Instruments take turns playing the melody

Question 11

Which of the following is a clear example of polyphonic texture?

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A string quartet where each instrument plays a different melody

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A folk song with a simple melody and guitar chords

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A choir singing a hymn in unison

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A marching band playing a triumphant tune

Question 12

Which of these is NOT a technique composers use to achieve variety in texture?

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Maintaining a fixed texture throughout

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Changing instrumentation

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Adding or removing instruments

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Varying dynamics and volume

Question 13

Which of these is an example of heterophonic texture?

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A choir singing a hymn with slight variations in melody

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A string quartet playing the same melody in unison

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A jazz band improvising over a chord progression

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A solo piano piece with intricate chord arrangements

Question 14

Which texture consists solely of a single melodic line without any accompanying lines?

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Monophony

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Homophony

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Polyphony

Question 15

Which characteristic is NOT associated with polyphonic texture?

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Single dominant melodic line

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Equal melodic importance

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Independent movement of lines

Question 16

Which texture is commonly found in folk songs?

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Monophony

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Homophony

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Polyphony

Question 17

What is the primary distinction between monophony and homophony?

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Number of melodic lines

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Rhythm of the accompanying parts

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Instrumentation

Question 18

How can texture be used to create tension and release in music?

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By transitioning between different textures

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By increasing or decreasing the number of instruments

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By modulating to a different key

Question 19

How does polyphonic texture differ from monophonic texture?

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It features multiple independent melodic lines.

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It is typically slower in tempo.

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It is always used in classical music.

Question 20

How does using different textures in a musical piece make it more interesting and enjoyable?

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It creates contrast, preventing the music from becoming monotonous.

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It allows for emphasis on particular musical elements.

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It simplifies the music, making it easier to understand.

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It increases the complexity of the music, making it more difficult to appreciate.

Question 21

What is the term for the way musical sounds are combined?

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Texture

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Volume

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Tempo

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Key

Question 22

In monophonic texture, how many distinct melodic lines are present?

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One

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Two

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Three or more

Question 23

Which of the following scenarios exemplifies homophonic texture?

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A solo singer with a piano accompaniment

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A choir singing a four-part harmony

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Two flutes playing contrasting melodies

Question 24

In monophonic texture, the music consists of:

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A single melodic line

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Multiple melodies played simultaneously

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A melody accompanied by chords

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A melody with a drone or ostinato

Question 25

Which of the following is a feature of homophonic texture?

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One main melody with accompanying chords

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Multiple independent melodies played simultaneously

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A single melodic line without accompaniment

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A combination of monophony and polyphony

Question 26

Polyphonic texture is characterized by:

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Multiple independent melodies played simultaneously

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A single melodic line with accompaniment

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A drone or ostinato accompanying a melody

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The use of contrasting rhythms and dynamics

Question 27

Which of the following is an example of polyphonic texture?

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A fugue with multiple independent melodic lines

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A folk song with a simple melody and chords

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A hymn with a single melody line

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An ostinato pattern repeated throughout a piece

Question 28

In a piece of music with homophonic texture, the chords:

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Are played simultaneously with the melody

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Follow the melody at a different rhythm

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Provide a countermelody to the main melody

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Are absent altogether

Question 29

Which of the following is **not** a type of musical texture?

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Harmony

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Monophony

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Homophony

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Polyphony

Question 30

In monophonic texture, we hear:

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One melody line without accompaniment

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Multiple melody lines moving independently

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A melody line accompanied by chords

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A combination of all the above

Question 31

Which of the following is an example of homophonic texture?

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A choir singing a hymn

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A string quartet playing a fugue

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An orchestra playing a symphony

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A solo violin playing a cadenza

Question 32

How does texture influence the emotions conveyed by music?

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Texture can evoke emotions like joy or sorrow

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Texture only affects the tempo of music

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Texture primarily affects the volume of music

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Texture has no effect on the emotional expression of music

Question 33

How can analyzing the texture of a musical piece help us understand its cultural context?

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Texture can reveal clues about the musical traditions and cultural influences that have shaped a particular piece.

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Texture only affects the sound of a piece of music, not its cultural significance.

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Texture is unrelated to the cultural background of a musical piece.

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Texture only provides information about the composer's personal style.

Question 34

In monophonic texture, how many independent melodic lines are present?

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One

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Four

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Three

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Two

Question 35

Which of the following is a characteristic of homophonic texture?

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One primary melody accompanied by chords

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No clear distinction between melody and accompaniment

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A single melody played in unison or octaves

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Multiple independent melodies played simultaneously

Question 36

In which type of texture do the melodies interweave and create a contrapuntal effect?

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Polyphony

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Heterophony

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Homophony

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Monophony

Question 37

Which of the following is a real-world example of a monophonic piece of music?

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A Gregorian chant

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A symphony orchestra performance

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A choir singing in four-part harmony

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A jazz improvisation

Question 38

How does texture contribute to the overall meaning or emotional impact of a musical piece?

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It creates contrast, emphasis, and emotional impact

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It is unrelated to the musical message

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It only affects the volume of the music

Question 39

Which of the following composers is known for their use of complex polyphonic textures?

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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Claude Debussy

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

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Igor Stravinsky

Question 40

How can musicians use texture to create tension and release within a musical piece?

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By contrasting different textures

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By only using one texture throughout

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By only using monophonic texture

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By increasing the volume and tempo only

Question 41

Which of the following instruments is capable of producing a heterophonic texture?

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The sitar

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The violin

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The drums

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The piano

Question 42

How can music teachers use knowledge of musical texture to enhance their teaching?

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By developing students' listening and analytical skills

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By using music theory as the only focus

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By only teaching students one type of texture

Question 43

What is the term for a texture where a single melody is accompanied by chords?

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Homophonic

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Monophonic

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Heterophonic

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Polyphonic

Question 44

Which of the following is a characteristic of monophonic texture?

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A single, unaccompanied melodic line

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Multiple independent melodic lines

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Chords supporting a melody

Question 45

What is the term for a texture where two or more melodic lines are played simultaneously?

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Polyphonic

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Homophonic

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Heterophonic

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Monophonic

Question 46

Which type of texture is often found in Gregorian chant?

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Monophonic

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Homophonic

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Polyphonic

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Heterophonic

Question 47

What is the main purpose of texture in music?

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To create variety and interest

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To provide a beat for dancing

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To indicate the tempo of the music

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To make the music louder or softer

Question 48

Which of the following is an example of changing texture in a piece of music?

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A verse accompanied by a single instrument, followed by a chorus with multiple instruments

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A melody played by a single instrument throughout the piece

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A rhythm played by the drums throughout the piece