Nada is writing a composition that first states a melodic phrase. She then varies the pitch by moving the entire phrase up or down a fifth while keeping the rhythm the same. Nada is MOST likely using which compositional technique?

Question

Group of answer choices

contrast

repetition

texture

variation

Answer 1

Nada is most likely using the compositional technique of variation. By changing the pitch of the melodic phrase while keeping the rhythm the same, she is altering the original material while maintaining its core characteristics, which is a hallmark of variation.