Articles tagged with: "pitch equivalence"
Perfect Unison: The Fundamental Building Block of Music
The perfect unison is the most fundamental interval in music theory. It occurs when two notes of the same pitch are played simultaneously. This interval serves as the building block …
Perfect Unison Explained: The Fundamental Interval Every Musician Should Master
Here are practical musical examples to demonstrate the concepts:
The Perfect Octave: Music's Foundational Interval
The perfect octave is arguably the most important interval in music. After the unison (two identical notes), it is the most consonant and stable sound, creating a feeling of resolution …
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 …
What is a Musical Note? Understanding the Building Blocks of Music
A musical note is the fundamental building block of music, representing both a specific sound and a written symbol. Understanding its core properties—pitch, duration, dynamics, and timbre—is the...
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...