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Pitch
The perceived frequency of a sound, determining its highness or lowness.
Scales
Sequences of pitches in ascending or descending order, forming the basis for melodies and harmonies.
Intervals
The distance between two pitches, measured in steps or half steps.
Chords
Three or more pitches played together, providing harmonic support and color.
Key Signatures
Sets of sharps or flats indicating the tonal center of a piece.
Major and Minor Scales
Fundamental patterns of whole and half steps in Western music.
Chord Progressions
Sequences of chords forming the harmonic structure, like the I-IV-V progression.
Circle of Fifths
Visual representation showing key relationships for understanding key signatures and progressions.
Harmony
Simultaneous sounding of pitches to create chords and progressions.
Counterpoint
Art of combining multiple melodic lines for rich textures, often in classical music.
Musical Form
Organization of elements into coherent structures like sonata form or theme and variations.
Analysis
Examining music to understand its structure, progression, and thematic development.
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