Music theory
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+ | '''Music theory''' is a field of study that investigates the nature or mechanics of [[music]]. It often involves identifying patterns that govern [[composer|composers']] techniques. In a more general sense, music theory also often distills and analyzes the elements of music – [[rhythm]], [[harmony]], [[melody]], [[structure]], and [[Texture (music)|texture]]. People who study these properties are known as music theorists. |
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Music theory is a field of study that investigates the nature or mechanics of music. It often involves identifying patterns that govern composers' techniques. In a more general sense, music theory also often distills and analyzes the elements of music – rhythm, harmony, melody, structure, and texture. People who study these properties are known as music theorists.