Chord Progressions and Secondary Dominants in the Reharmonization Process
Reharmonization is a creative and technical process that allows a piece to adopt a new musical identity by restructuring its existing harmonic framework. This concept is widely applied in genres ranging from international art music to jazz, ethnic music, and popular music. Reharmonization not only m...
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| Language: | English |
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Istanbul University Press
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Konservatoryum |
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| Online Access: | https://cdn.istanbul.edu.tr/file/JTA6CLJ8T5/B2915897104D4802B6D18DCBBEC2A5FF |
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| Summary: | Reharmonization is a creative and technical process that allows a piece to adopt a new musical identity by restructuring its existing harmonic framework. This concept is widely applied in genres ranging from international art music to jazz, ethnic music, and popular music. Reharmonization not only modifies the harmonic structure of a melody but also fosters creativity in composition and improvisation. The study aims to examine the theoretical and practical dimensions of reharmonization techniques, exploring their application on works in detail to aid music educators, students, and musicians in employing these techniques more effectively. Document review was employed to obtain information on reharmonization practices, and document analysis was used to analyze the data. During the reharmonization process, primary degrees of the song were identified based on patterns within the melodic line, and secondary degrees were established, considering the type and function of chords within primary degrees. Both primary and secondary degrees were reharmonized with II-V-I progressions, secondary dominants, and dominant chains to create a cohesive unity with the melody. Through the application of reharmonization techniques, combining primary and secondary chords based on melodic structure and tonality, harmonic richness was enhanced, chord progressions diversified, and harmonic depth was achieved, thereby strengthening musical expression. Based on these findings, reharmonization techniques, incorporating both traditional and innovative approaches, have facilitated the preservation of vibrant musical ideas, enabling musicians to utilize their expressive skills and creativity uniquely while offering an opportunity to experience music with a deeper understanding. |
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| ISSN: | 2618-5695 |