What Are Nursery Rhymes in Ternary Form?
Last Updated Mar 28, 2020 8:04:32 AM ET

A nursery rhyme in ternary form has three different sections in the composition. Ternary form is a common musical form used in various short compositions.
A classical example of a nursery rhyme in ternary form is "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." This nursery rhyme has three different sections to it, with the first and last sections being the same. The middle section is different; the overall nursery rhyme follows an "A-B-A" pattern in terms of its melody. Another example song in ternary form, according to Preschool Music Lesson Plans, is "I Had a Little Nut Tree." This type of simplistic structure allows young children to learn the basic forms and patterns that music takes.
More From Reference

What Is the Financial Independence, Retire Early Movement — and Has the Pandemic Changed It?

4 Investing Lessons We Can Learn From Warren Buffett's Stock Portfolio

Here's How a Pre-IPO Investment Helps You Fund Startups

Where to Buy Cryptocurrency: A Guide for Beginners

The Question of Congressional Term Lengths and Limits

PPP Loan Forgiveness Requirements for Small Businesses