The Role of Harmony and Tonality in Music Composition
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This exam focuses on harmony and tonality, testing students' comprehension of their principles and roles in music composition across various genres.
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Exam Details
Duration: 45 minutes
Prerequisites: Introduction To Music Theory, Harmonic Analysis, Music History
Key Topics
- Harmony
- Tonality
- Chord Functions
- Modulation
- Tonal Organization
Learning Outcomes
- Articulate Theories Of Harmony
- Analyze Tonal Functions
- Discuss Modulatory Techniques
- Evaluate Compositions
Full Description
This exam investigates the principles of harmony and tonality, focusing on their foundational role in music creation and analysis across various genres.
Understanding harmony and tonality is essential for both composers and analysts, as they define the tonal landscape within which musical ideas develop.
Candidates will be assessed on their ability to articulate the characteristics of harmonic structures and the implications of tonal organization within selected pieces.
Students are encouraged to prepare examples that illustrate tonal functions as well as modulations across different styles and historical contexts.
Sample Questions
- What are the primary functions of dominant chords within tonal music?
- How does modulation affect the perception of a musical work?
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