Parallel motion refers to two or more melodic lines moving in the same direction, maintaining the same intervallic relationship between them. It creates a sense of unity and harmony between the lines.
Imagine a group of friends walking together in a straight line, all taking the same number of steps at the same time. They maintain their distance from each other, creating a harmonious and synchronized movement.
Contrary Motion: Contrary motion is when two melodic lines move in opposite directions. One line ascends while the other descends.
Oblique Motion: Oblique motion occurs when one melodic line stays on the same pitch while another line moves up or down.
Similar Motion: Similar motion happens when two melodic lines move in the same direction but not necessarily maintaining the exact intervallic relationship between them.
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