Example leitmotif

British English CC

A leitmotif is a musical idea that represents a character, place, or __________

Motivic {{}} is when a leitmotif is developed.

In films and opera, motivic transformation should __________.

Which of these is not a method of motivic transformation?

changing the harmony while keeping the melody

changing rhythm, tonality, or articulation

Match each technique with its description.

Which of these are key to motivic transformation?

Which word describes a melody that moves by large leaps?

Which melodic shape could create a sad or depressing feeling?

Which mood is often created by an ascending melodic shape?

A melody that keeps returning to the tonic can create a feeling of {{}}.