Repetition and contrast also help the listener perceive musical form. The repetition of a phrase reinforces the melody and makes the listener more acquainted with it; then a new, different phrase is introduced (the contrast).
Why is repetition important in a musical composition?
helps to unify your melody; it’s the melodic equivalent of a steady drumbeat, and serves as an identifying factor for listeners. However, too much of a good thing can get annoying. If you repeat your figure too often, it will start to bore the listener.
What are repeated sections in music?
Repeat Sign Dots – Sectional Repeat
When a Composer wants to clearly show that a specific section is to be played twice, they will often use a “Sectional Repeat Sign”. This Repeat Sign is used to indicate that one or more measures (or an entire section) is to be played twice.