What is another word for ground bass?
Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈa͡ʊnd bˈe͡ɪs] (IPA) 
Ground bass is a musical term that refers to a repeating melody played in the bass of a piece of music. This technique is often used in baroque music, and synonymous terms for ground bass include "basso ostinato," "obstinato bass," and "pedal point." Basso ostinato translates to "persistent bass" in Italian, emphasizing the unchanging nature of the melody. Similarly, obstinato bass refers to the obstinate and unyielding bassline that repeats throughout a piece of music. The term "pedal point" is often used to describe a sustained note in the bass that continues even as other melodies and harmonies change around it. Regardless of the term used, a ground bass provides a solid foundation for the other elements of a piece of music to build upon.
