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18th-century chorale

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A four-part harmonic composition from the Baroque era, typically featuring a soprano melody with accompanying bass, alto, and tenor voices, following specific stylistic conventions including rhythmic profiles and voice-leading rules.

AP course connection

Topic ap-music-theory-frqs-part-writing-harmonization-topic-1: FRQs 5-7 – Part Writing + Harmonization

Unit 5FOJFrsQx3NbJ3UYdeD9

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