Articles tagged with: "dominant function"
The Neapolitan Chord: A Guide to this Dramatic Chromatic Harmony
Published on 15 Jul, 2025
The Neapolitan chord, a striking chromatic harmony, adds a unique splash of color and emotion to music. This article demystifies this special chord, exploring its definition as a major triad …
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I-IV-V-I Chord Progression: The Foundation of Western Music
Published on 15 Jul, 2025
The I-IV-V-I chord progression is arguably the most important harmonic sequence in Western music. This powerful and versatile progression serves as the structural backbone for countless songs in...
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Perfect Fifth Interval: The Pillar of Musical Harmony
Published on 15 Jul, 2025
The perfect fifth interval, spanning seven semitones, is arguably the most important harmonic interval in Western music after the octave. Its pure, stable sound comes from a simple acoustic ratio...
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