Sunday, June 3, 2012

Identifying keys

C major and A minor use the same set of notes.  How do the ears know which key is playing.  The answer is on the emphasis.  If  C, E and G is the favourite, particularly using C as the end of the phrase, the music will have a major key feel.

Alternatively, if A, C and E is the favourites and ending with A frequently, the music will have a minor feel.

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