Phase 1: Harmony
4. Tonic and Dominant
4. Tonic and Dominant
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Summary:
• Tonic and Dominant (I &V) form one of the most important harmonic relationships in Western music.
• Tonic signifies home, restfulness, peace, repose and resolution
• Dominant signifies adventure, restlessness and tension
• This information can inform your interpretation
• Tonic and Dominant (I &V) form one of the most important harmonic relationships in Western music.
• Tonic signifies home, restfulness, peace, repose and resolution
• Dominant signifies adventure, restlessness and tension
• This information can inform your interpretation
Action Points:
1. Record moveable Tonic and Dominant chords
2. Identify Tonic and Dominant chords in pieces you're playing. How can identifying these chords inform your interpretation?
1. Record moveable Tonic and Dominant chords
2. Identify Tonic and Dominant chords in pieces you're playing. How can identifying these chords inform your interpretation?
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