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What are some elements of music?

Some common elements of music include:

Melody: A series of notes that form a recognizable pattern.

Harmony: The simultaneous combination of notes that are pleasing to the ear.

Rhythm: The pattern of strong and weak beats in music.

Tempo: The speed at which a piece of music is played.

Timbre: The quality of a sound that distinguishes it from other sounds.

Dynamics: The relative loudness or softness of a piece of music.

Texture: The overall sound of a piece of music, including the number of instruments playing, the range of pitches, and the density of the sound.

Form: The overall structure of a piece of music, including the introduction, verse, chorus, and bridge.

Instrumentation: The instruments used to perform a piece of music.

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