melody

Example Sentences

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With two pink-felted mallets in his right hand and one in the left, he began to pick out the mesmeric rhythm and melody, expertly striking the xylophone-like metal bars creating a delicate, resonant sound.

From BBC

These hymns need nothing more than measured repetition over a few beautiful melodies to stick.

From Salon

The soaring melodies are a reassuring sign that all is well in the environment meaning the absence of birdsong can feel unsettling - even if we don't consciously realise why.

From BBC

Now, Mr. Clayton is playing Fender Rhodes electric piano, and Mr. Brewer’s bass interprets the melody.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many Shaker songs are mantra-like prayers addressed to God, simple rising and falling melodies based on a short repeated phrase.

From Los Angeles Times