What is Pandiatonicism in Music? - Music Theory

The video explores pan diatonicism, a music theory concept where music is composed using notes from a diatonic scale without adhering to traditional harmonic functions. It contrasts with atonal music and serialism, offering more freedom in composition. The term was introduced by Nicolas Slonimsky, and notable composers like Stravinsky and Copland have utilized this style. The video also discusses the use of nonfunctional harmony, tertian chord building, and the preference for major keys in pan diatonicism.

What does the term 'Pan' in Pan Diatonicism imply?

• Music with no harmony

• Music using chromatic scales

• Music without a key

• Music in all keys

Who introduced the term Pan Diatonicism?

• Aaron Copland

• Igor Stravinsky

• Nicolas Slonimsky

• Arnold Schoenberg

In Pan Diatonicism, what is the role of the bass note?

• It determines the harmony

• It determines the melody

• It is not used

• It resolves the dissonance

Which musical style often uses Pan Diatonicism?

• Baroque

• Classical

• Jazz

• Romantic

How does Pan Diatonicism differ from traditional harmony?

• It uses only chromatic notes

• It allows non-functional harmony

• It follows strict harmonic rules

• It avoids dissonance

What is a key difference between Pan Diatonicism and Serialism?

• Serialism is based on functional harmony

• Pan Diatonicism maintains a sense of tonality

• Pan Diatonicism uses chromatic scales

• Serialism uses diatonic scales

What is the main focus of Serialism?

• Avoiding any form of dissonance

• Maintaining traditional harmony

• Using all chromatic notes equally

• Using all diatonic notes equally

Which composer is known for using Pan Diatonicism?

• Ludwig van Beethoven

• Igor Stravinsky

• Johann Sebastian Bach

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

What challenge does Pan Diatonicism present to composers?

• Avoiding major keys

• Using only chromatic notes

• Writing in minor keys

• Following strict harmonic rules

How is Pan Diatonicism viewed in relation to Serialism?

• As a precursor

• As a similar approach

• As a counterbalance

• As a continuation