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Harmonizing concepts: "music" vs. "melody"

Reviewed and edited by Lloyd Cooper 01/10/2024, 03:54
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Music and melody. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both refer to auditory art forms and involve sound and harmony.

What is different?

Music is a broad concept encompassing all organized sound forms, while melody specifically refers to a sequence of notes that are perceived as a single entity.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for music) and melody

Examples of usage

Music
  • I listen to music while studying.
  • The music filled the room with joy.
Melody
  • The melody of the song was catchy.
  • She hummed a beautiful melody.

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