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Four-part writing

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 harmonic texture consisting of four independent melodic lines (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) used in tonal music analysis and composition.

AP course connection

Topic 4.2: 4.2 SATB Voice Leading

Unit 4

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