What is Melody Writing? (Leaving Cert Music): Flashcards

Creating a musical line that flows naturally and makes sense

Cohesive, memorable, and expressive

4 bars

Smooth, stepwise motion with occasional balanced leaps

Half cadence or imperfect cadence

Perfect cadence

4 + 4 bars with question-answer feel

Provides a high point or focal note for interest

Makes the melody interesting and memorable

Move stepwise in the opposite direction