Articles tagged with: "miles davis"

Exploring Modal Jazz: The Genius of "So What"

Exploring Modal Jazz: The Genius of "So What"

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

This article delves into the world of modal jazz, using Miles Davis's seminal composition "So What" as a primary case study. We will explore how this innovative approach broke away …

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A Guide to Dominant Modulation: Changing Keys Like a Pro

A Guide to Dominant Modulation: Changing Keys Like a Pro

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

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 …

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Secondary Dominants: Adding Color and Direction to Chord Progressions

Secondary Dominants: Adding Color and Direction to Chord Progressions

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

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...

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