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The Harmonic Minor Scale: A Guide to Its Mystery and Tension

The Harmonic Minor Scale: A Guide to Its Mystery and Tension

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

The harmonic minor scale is a crucial variation of the natural minor scale, defined by its raised seventh degree. This single alteration creates a distinctive augmented second interval, giving the...

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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 …

#dominantmodulation #musictheory #modulation #keychange #secondarydominant #V7/V #pivotchord #harmony #musiccomposition #MusicXML
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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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