modulation Flashcards
1
Q
what is modulation
A
change of key, look for accidentals
2
Q
what are the 5 ‘closely related keys’
A
the relatie major or minor
relative major and minor with one less sharp or flat
relative major and minor with one more sharp or flat
3
Q
what is a pivot chord
A
a chord found in both the original and the new key.
4
Q
what are good choices for a pivot chord?
A
a chord that can function as a predominant:
ii or IV are good!
VI or I are ok
or any chord in common to both keys
5
Q
how to modulate using a pivot chord
A
establish original key
write the pivot chord (must be a tonic or pre-dominant in the new key)
write the dominant of the new key
resolve this dominant to tonic functioning chord in the new key (I, I6, vi)
