Articles tagged with: "overtone series"
Perfect Fifth
The perfect fifth is the most stable consonant interval spanning seven semitones, forming the foundation of tonal harmony and chord construction in Western music.
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Secondary Dominants: Adding Color and Direction to Chord Progressions
Secondary dominants are powerful harmonic tools that add color, tension, and forward momentum to chord progressions. By temporarily "tonicizing" non-tonic chords, secondary dominants create brief harmonic detours that enrich musical …
Harmonics: The Building Blocks of Musical Sound
Harmonics are the fundamental components that create the rich, complex tones we hear in musical instruments. This comprehensive guide explores their physics, musical applications, and role in shaping instrumental timbre.
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