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noun • the subject matter of a conversation or discussion • a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work • (music) melodic subject of a musical composition • an essay (especially one written as an assignment) • (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed verb • provide with a particular theme or motive | ||||||||
| 35% | 8 | Forming the basis for a musical composition | ||||||
noun • a straight line connecting two points on a curve • a combination of three or more notes that blend harmoniously when sounded together verb • play chords on (a stringed instrument) • bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing | ||||||||
| 34% | 12 | The basis for musical improvisation and composition. | ||||||
noun • (music) a series of notes differing in pitch according to a specific scheme (usually within an octave) | ||||||||
Basis Of A Musical Composition Crossword Clue
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THEME
Updated: October 11, 2023
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