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Time Lines Melodic Phrase M101 for Concert Band Instruments

Melodic Phrase M101 features combinations of quarter notes and quarter rests in 2/4 time. There are two beats in each measure and the quarter note is equal to one beat. This melody is four measures long, and it is repeated four times in the video. For samples of the melodies, visit the individual pages for your instrument, or buy the Time Lines Book 1.

You will hear a metronome count-off of two measures at which time you will start playing the melodic phrase. Listen carefully to the count-off to enter at the right time. If you are having trouble with the rhythm of this melodic phrase, you can practice it by going to its corresponding Rhythm Pattern P101.

 

Time Lines Melodic Phrase M101

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This melody is played at 70 BPM (beats per minute) and the pitches are arranged for woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments. In the third time through the pattern, the example pitches will stop playing, but you should keep playing during that time so you can hear yourself clearly with the metronome. The example will reenter in the fourth time through the melody. If you would like to practice this exercise at a slower or faster tempo, visit the metronome section of Music All the Time.

Go back to the Unit 1 melody table of contents or play the next quarter note and rest melody - M102.

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