Consonance refers to harmonious sounds that are pleasing and stable. It occurs when two or more pitches played together sound agreeable and resolved.
Imagine consonance as friends who get along well and have similar interests. When they hang out together, everything feels harmonious and peaceful.
Dissonance: Dissonance is the opposite of consonance, representing harsh or unstable sounds that create tension and require resolution.
Chord Progression: Chord progression is the sequence of chords used in music, often following specific patterns for harmonic structure.
Harmony: Harmony refers to the combination of different pitches played simultaneously, creating chords and adding depth to music.
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