The 7 key elements in music all work together to make a song feel a certain way.
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Pitch is how high or low a note sounds. High notes can sound happy, and low notes can sound sad or serious.
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Melody is the tune of the song, the part you sing or hum. It makes the song catchy.
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Harmony is when different notes are played together, making the song richer and deeper.
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Rhythm is the beat of the song. It makes you want to tap your foot or dance.
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Timbre is the unique sound of each instrument or voice, like how a guitar sounds different from a piano.
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Structure is how the song is arranged — like verses and choruses. It gives the song order and flow.
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Silence is the breaks or pauses in the song. Silence can create tension or make certain parts stand out.