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Form and Structure 01
An 'Ostinato' is a motif/phrase persistently repeated by a musical voice. It is commonly described as a 'riff' in rock/jazz.

Form and Structure 01

Music isn’t just notes, it has a plan. In KS3, learn how sections repeat and contrast, and how structure helps a piece tell a clear story.

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Fascinating Fact:

Theme and variations starts with one main idea, then changes it in controlled ways, like rhythm, pitch, or texture.

In KS3 Music, form and structure means spotting how a piece is organised into sections. You learn common patterns, such as verse-chorus, A-B (binary), A-B-A (ternary), rondo and theme and variations, and how composers use repetition and contrast to shape a listener’s experience.

Key Terms

  • Form: The overall design of a piece, showing how its main sections are arranged.
  • Binary form: A two-part structure, often labelled A-B, where the second section contrasts with the first.
  • Ternary form: A three-part structure, often A-B-A, where the first section returns after a contrasting middle section.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is form and structure in music KS3?

In KS3 Music, form and structure is how a piece is put together using sections. It explains what comes first, what changes, what repeats, and how the music is organised.

What is the difference between binary and ternary form?

Binary form has two sections, usually A then B. Ternary form has three sections, usually A then B then A again, so the opening idea returns at the end.

How do I work out the structure of a song?

Listen for repeated sections and label them as you go, for example verse, chorus, bridge or A and B. Notice where the music changes in melody, lyrics, rhythm or texture.

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1 .
What is ternary form?
A structure featuring a recurring A section
A three-part ABA structure
A two-part AB structure in a piece of music
A type of transition between different instruments
Tertiary form is also referred to as 'song form'
2 .
Which motif structure best defines ternary form?
AABB
AB
ABA
ABCB
Ternary form is a 3-part ABA structure
3 .
Which motif structure best defines rondo form?
AB
ABACABA
ABCB
ABCDCB
This is due to the returning original theme (or A section)
4 .
The structure of binary form features .......
Two related sections, often repeated (AB, AABB)
Three sections (ABA)
Five sections (ABCDA)
Six sections (ABABAB)
Binary form was popular during the Baroque period (1600 to 1750)
5 .
What is an 'Ostinato'?
A motif/phrase persistently repeated by a musical voice
A type of jazz tuning system
An italian keyboard instrument from the baroque era
An italian opera
Commonly described as a 'riff' in jazz/rock
6 .
Which motif structure best defines binary form?
AABB
ABA
ABCA
ABCCD
Remember, in binary form sections are often repeated
7 .
What best describes a 'round'?
A circular seating layout for performers of modern music
An alternative description for a movement in a concerto
The way acoustics travel around the building/hall
Where many voices sing a repeated tune at different times
Many nursery rhyme songs are arranged as a round
8 .
In music, 'call and response' is a .......
constantly repeated 4-bar section
conversation between conductor and audience members
jump from tonic to dominant between two music sections
succession of two phrases played by different musicians
The second phrase is direct commentary on or a response to the first
9 .
What music is most likely to feature verse and chorus?
Concerto
Film score
Hymn
Symphony
Also common in musicals and vocal rock tracks
10 .
What term prompts a restatement of sounds / sequences?
Accelerando
Crescendo
Pause
Repetition
Repetition of a musical passage is often indicated by the use of a repeat sign which looks like a colon :
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Music

Author:  Thomas Daish (Keyboard & Woodwind Specialist, Music Teacher & Quiz Writer)
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