Dictionary of Musical Terms

[one_second] Motif, Motive It is said a motive a brief thematic element, either melodic, rhythmic or both, subject to repetitions and transformations. A motive is thematic in so far it is repeated and is recognizable; at the same time it is usually not an independent melody buy is a part of a melody. (Walter Piston) …

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