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Define 'parallel keys'.
Share the same tonic but differ in mode (major, minor, etc.).
Define 'closely related keys'.
Share many of the same pitches and chord progressions.
Define 'distantly related keys'.
Don't share many pitches or chords, creating contrast and tension.
Define 'tonic'.
The root note of a key.
Define 'mode'.
A type of musical scale coupled with a set of characteristic melodic and harmonic behaviors.
Define 'relative keys'.
Share the same key signature but have different tonics.
Define 'dominant key'.
A perfect fifth away from the tonic.
Define 'subdominant key'.
A perfect fifth below the tonic (or a perfect fourth above).
Define 'modulation'.
The process of changing from one key to another.
What is a 'pivot chord'?
A chord common to both the original key and the key to which the music is modulating. It is used to make a smooth transition between the keys.
In C major, what is the relationship between the I and V chords?
Tonic and Dominant.
In A minor, what is the relationship between the i and v chords?
Tonic and Dominant.
What effect does modulating to a distantly related key have?
Creates contrast, tension, and surprise.
What effect does modulating to a closely related key have?
Creates smooth transitions and a sense of cohesiveness.
What is the function of a pivot chord in modulation?
To provide a smooth transition between the original key and the new key.
Why are closely related keys often used for modulation?
They share many common tones, resulting in smoother transitions.
What creates a sense of dissonance and instability?
Modulating to a distantly related key.
What is the tritone relationship between C and what other key?
F#
What is the major second relationship between C and what other key?
D
What is the major sixth relationship between C and what other key?
A
In C major, what key is a V-I cadence modulating to?
G major
What type of modulation occurs between C major and A minor?
Modulation to the relative minor.
What is the relationship between C major and F# major?
Distant relationship (tritone apart)
In A minor, what key is a V-i cadence modulating to?
E minor
In the key of C major, which of the following keys would be considered the MOST closely related: F# major, G major, or D# minor?
G major
What is the relationship between the keys of C major and D major?
Distant relationship (Major second apart)
What is the relationship between the keys of C major and A major?
Distant relationship (Major sixth apart)
Modulating to which type of key creates smooth transitions?
Closely related keys
Modulating to which type of key creates contrast and tension?
Distant related keys
What is the effect of modulating to a distantly related key?
Creates a sense of dissonance and instability.