things about harmony

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What is harmony?

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Harmony is the combination of different musical notes played or sung together to create a pleasing sound.

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What are the types of harmony?

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The main types of harmony are consonant harmony (pleasing sounds) and dissonant harmony (tension or clash of sounds).

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What is a chord?

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A chord is a group of notes played together, typically consisting of three or more notes.

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What is a scale in music?

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A scale is a series of notes in a specific order, usually ascending or descending, that forms the basis for melodies and harmonies.

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What does 'melody' mean?

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Melody is a sequence of notes that are perceived as a single entity, often the main theme of a song.

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What is the role of a conductor in music?

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A conductor leads an orchestra or choir, ensuring that the musicians play together in harmony and follow the tempo.

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What is an interval in music?

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An interval is the distance between two pitches, measured by the number of steps between them.

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What does 'dynamics' refer to in music?

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Dynamics refers to the volume of sound in music, indicating how loud or soft the music should be played.

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What is a key signature?

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A key signature is a set of sharp or flat symbols placed at the beginning of a staff to indicate the key of the music.

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What is rhythm in music?

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Rhythm is the pattern of sounds and silences in music, determining the timing of notes.