Articles tagged with: "heavy metal"
Mastering the Locrian Mode: The Complete Guide to Music's Darkest Scale
The Locrian mode is the seventh and final mode of the major scale, known for its unstable, dissonant quality. This article explores its construction, musical applications, and practical exercises to...
Power Chords: The Foundation of Rock Music
Often called the "building blocks of rock," power chords are the driving force behind the sound of rock, punk, and metal. This guide will teach you what power chords are, …
A Guide to Dominant Modulation: Changing Keys Like a Pro
Dominant modulation is a cornerstone of Western music, providing a smooth and powerful way to change keys. This article demystifies this essential harmonic tool, exploring what it is, how it …
Secondary Dominants: Adding Color and Direction to Chord Progressions
Secondary dominants are one of the most powerful tools in functional harmony, used to add color, tension, and forward momentum to chord progressions. By temporarily "tonicizing" chords other than the...