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The document discusses two main types of variation forms - ostinato variations and theme and variations. Ostinato variations are built over a continuously repeated bass line or harmonic progression. Theme and variations present a theme that is then repeated in varied forms. Some techniques used to vary themes include ornamentation, rhythmic elaboration, motivic manipulation, and changes in texture.
- Author
- Mitchell McVeigh
- Language
- EN