Strophic form is one of the most common forms in music, particularly in popular genres such as rock, pop and country. This type of musical form is characterized by repeating musical phrases, allowing for a catchy, memorable melody that can easily be repeated. In a strophic form, sections of the song are repeated with minimal or no changes in melody, chord progression, or accompaniment. Below is an example of a strophic form in musical notation.

In this example, we see two sections labeled “A” and “B.” The first section of the melody (“A”) is repeated exactly during the second section (“B”). This is an example of a strophic form. While the sections may sound different because of changes in instrumentation or accompaniment, the melody remains the same.

The strophic form can be used to create both short and long pieces of music. In popular music, it is the most common form used for verse-chorus forms. Examples of popular strophic songs include “Yesterday” by The Beatles, “Hallelujah” by Leonard Cohen, and “The Star-Spangled Banner” by Francis Scott Key.

Strophic form can also be found in more classical forms such as lieder, choral music, and some symphonies. Examples of classical strophic pieces include Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp Minor (“Moonlight”) and Johannes Brahms’s “Lullaby.”

In conclusion, strophic form is one of the most common and recognizable forms of music. It can be found in both popular and classical genres, and it is used to create memorable melodies. The following musical excerpt is an example of strophic form.