What is the typical sound and chord usage of a Major key?
It usually sounds bright, happy, or cheerful and uses mostly major chords.
True or False: A Major key always means the music will be happy.
False. Dynamics, tempo, and lyrics can change the mood (e.g., Someone You Loved is a sad song in a major key).
What are the characteristic emotions and sounds associated with a Minor key?
It often sounds dark, sad, gloomy, or soulful and uses mostly minor chords.
Can Minor key music be upbeat?
Yes. An example is the song Lies by McFly, which is fast and upbeat despite being in a minor key.
Define Atonal music.
Music that is neither major nor minor; it is dissonant, lacks a pleasant melody, and features clashing notes.
What is Modulation?
When a piece of music changes its tonality or key (e.g., moving from C major to G major).
In which musical era did modulation become especially common?
The Romantic era.
