ornamentation in music

Ornamentation in music refers to decorative notes or embellishments added to a melody to enrich or emphasize it. These embellishments, such as trills, grace notes, or turns, are not essential to the main tune but serve to add expressiveness, flair, and complexity. They are often used in classical, jazz, and folk music to showcase skill or emotion. Think of ornamentation as artistic flourishes—similar to decorative brushstrokes—in a painting—that enhance the overall beauty and character of the musical piece.