Ostinato is a motif or phrase, which is persistently repeated in the same musical voice
Yes. The melody in Gamelan music is repeated. The meaning of an ostinato is a continually repeated musical rhythm. So Gamelan music does have an ostinato.
Minimalist music: Music based on the frequent repetition (with the slightest variations) of a small musical idea.Glass, Einstein on the Beach (Chapter 55)
Ostinato
an ostinato is a repeting pattern in music the bass goes aeda and all differant parts repeat
A beat or rhythm or theme
Ostinato can be classified into three main types: melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic. A melodic ostinato features a repeating melody, while a harmonic ostinato consists of a repeated chord progression. Rhythmic ostinato focuses on a recurring rhythmic pattern, which can support both melodic and harmonic elements in a piece of music. Each type contributes to the overall structure and feel of a composition.
In musical terms, ostinato refers to a repeated musical phrase or rhythm that is consistently maintained throughout a piece of music. It can be a melodic or rhythmic pattern that serves as a foundation or accompaniment for other musical elements. Ostinatos are commonly used in various genres of music to create a sense of continuity, drive, or tension.
A drone. Usually C#.
A melody which is repeated over and over and over again throughout a piece of music.
Do you mean "ostinato"? That is a short musical phrase that is repeated many times.
An ostinato is a repeated melody, while repetition involves forming a melodic ostinato.
A descant is an ornamental melody that has higher pitch level than the main melody while an ostinato is a motif or phrase that is played repeatedly throughout a section.