| − | A group of notes played in sequence, also known as a tune, an air or a line. Melody is usually subdivided into phrases, which collectively form a structure. Having more than one melody played together (where none of the individual lines is felt to be of greater importance than the others) is known as counterpoint, and is most common in the works of Baroque composers such as Bach and Handel. | + | A group of notes played in sequence, also known as a tune, an air or a line. Melody is usually subdivided into phrases, which collectively form a structure. Having more than one melody played together (where none of the individual lines is felt to be of greater importance than the others) is known as [[counterpoint]], and is most common in the works of Baroque composers such as [[Bach]] and [[Handel]]. |