What does divisi within a section result in?

• A. The section plays in unison.
• B. The section splits into two or more lines playing different notes.
• C. The section doubles the tempo.
• D. The section modulates keys.

Answer: (B)

Divisi is about the players in a single section dividing into separate lines to cover different pitches. When divisi is used, the section splits into two or more groups, each playing a different line of notes instead of everyone on the same note. This creates multiple voices within one section, often with one group higher and another lower, and can be rejoined later when the part returns to unison. It’s not about changing tempo or key, nor does it imply everyone plays the same thing.