range: the distance between the lowest and highest pitches, usually referred to as narrow. (> octave) or wide (< octave) motive: a short pattern of 3-5 notes (melodic, rhythmic, harmonic or any combination of these) that is repetitive. in a composition. phrase: a musical unit with a terminal point, or cadence.
Petersen Genealogy & History. The surname Petersen is found primarily in northwest European countries such as Finland, Denmark, Holland, Germany, Belgium, and Denmark. It is derived from the Greek petros, a rock, and refers to St. Peter, founder of the Christian Church.he surname Petersen is found primarily in northwest European countries such as Finland, Denmark, Holland, Germany, Belgium, and Denmark.
Peterson Surname Origin. A patronymic surname meaning 'son of Peter'. The given name Peter is derived from the Greek petros meaning rock. Source: A dictionary of English and Welsh surnames: with special American instances.; Bardsley, Charles Wareing Endell,. London. H. Frowde. 1901. patronymic surname meaning 'son of Peter'. The given name Peter is derived from the Greek petros meaning rock. Source: A dictionary of English and Welsh surnames: with special American instances. ; Bardsley, Charles Wareing Endell,. London. H. Frowde.