Chords

Chords with alternate ordering of their tones where the root is placed either in the middle or at the top of the chord.

Texture

A type of texture where the contour of the notes in one hand is the exact opposite to that of the other hand as they play simultaneously.

Expression

Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).

Hand and Finger Techniques

The physical motion of crossing fingers 2, 3, 4, or 5 over the thumb; used when playing scalar passages or outside of five finger scales.

Chords

Four-note chords comprised of the root, minor 3rd, diminished 5th, and diminished 7th; typically have a dominant function.

Chords

Four-note chords comprised of the root, major 3rd, perfect 5th, and minor 7th.

Chords

Chords with an alternate ordering of their tones where the root is placed on the top and the 3rd and 5th below.

Scales

A type of minor scale comprised of a raised 7th degree.

Texture

A type of texture where one hand plays a series of notes that are mimicked in the other hand.

Texture

A type of texture where the left hand plays the melody and the right hand plays the accompaniment for an extended period of time.

Intervals

A series of any amount or quality of blocked 3rd intervals that are played in one hand, and where both notes move up or down in parallel motion.

Intervals

A series of any amount or quality of blocked 6th intervals that are played in one hand, and where both notes move up or down in parallel motion.

Texture

A type texture that occurs when the contour, distance, and speed of the notes in one hand matches that of the other hand as they play together.

Intervals

A series of blocked 3rds that occur several times in a row throughout a piece.

Texture

A type of texture where one or both hands play more than one voice at a time; usually briefly and with simple rhythms.

Expression

A type of articulation indicating the player to play short and light; notes not held for their full value.

Texture

A simple melody line shared by both the right hand and the left hand.