I always talk with my students about a melody as being the "tune that gets stuck in your head." It is true that some tunes seem to be more catchy than others, but scientists don't know why. It must have something to do with memorable pitch intervals or rhythms. I have always loved the song "I Wish I Was in Dixieland." The melody outlines a triad upward, then steps down for a few notes, followed by a perfect fourth up and then two perfect fifths up (starting on the same pitch on which the perfect fourth began), while the singer sings, "Hooray! Hooray!" These are easy intervals, but positioned nicely and interestingly together. So I enjoyed this website because I could relate. :)
Stuck in Your Head
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