Identifying layers of sound and describing the function of each layer

What this note covers

1. Count independent musical layers, not visible performers
2. Describe melody, harmony, bass and rhythmic functions
3. Doubling, unison and independent counterpoint
4. Foreground, middle ground and background are perceptual roles
5. Entries, exits and textural change across structure
6. Worked layer-by-layer response
7. 7. Layer ledger: counting independence through change
8. 8. Foreground can move without any layer entering

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