Chapter 2 - Major Key Functionality Flashcards
How does the tonic function in a major scale?
The tonic functions as a point of rest and stability in a piece of music.
What 2 things are a period made of?
A period is made of 2 phrases.
What are the 2 phrases that make up a period called?
The first phrase is called an antecedent phrase and the second phrase is called a consequent.
Explain how an antecedent phrase functions in a period. What scale degree does the antecedent phrase end on?
The first antecedent phrase ends with a sense of incompletion, and ends on scale degree 2.
Explain how a consequent phrase functions in a period. What scale degree does the consequent phrase end on?
A consequent phrase ends with a sense of finality and closure, and ends on the tonic.
What is the second most important scale degree in a major scale?
The second important scale degree is the 7 th scale degree of the scale, the leading tone.
How does Tendency tone function in a major scale?
A tendency tone contains tension and pulls towards a particular resolution.
