Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gamme
noun
/ɡæm/
Definition
A sequence of musical notes arranged in ascending or descending order.
Examples
- The musician practiced his scales, focusing on the major gamme.
- She learned how to play the gamme on her piano.
- Understanding the gamme is essential for improvisation in jazz music.
Meaning
In music, gamme refers to a scale or a series of pitches that make up the basis for melodies and harmonies. The term is derived from the Old French word for scale, which is often used in the context of music theory and education.
Synonyms
- scale
- music scale
- tonal range
