Music Theory

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.