Articles tagged with: "tension"
Diminished Chord
Master the diminished chord - the mysterious harmony built from stacked minor thirds that creates tension and drama while providing sophisticated voice leading in classical, jazz, and popular music.
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Dominant Seventh Chord
Explore the dominant seventh chord - the tension-filled four-note chord built on the fifth scale degree that drives harmonic motion and creates powerful resolutions in music.
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Suspended Chords: Creating Tension and Motion in Music
Suspended chords replace the third of a traditional chord with either the second (sus2) or fourth (sus4), creating a distinctive sound that suggests motion and resolution. This comprehensive guide explores …
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Altered Chords: Adding Color and Tension to Your Music
Altered chords add sophistication and tension to music through chromatic modifications of standard chord tones. This comprehensive guide explores their construction, common uses, and practical applications across genres, providing musicians …