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Chromatic Passing Tone
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A chromatic passing tone is a non-diatonic note that connects two diatonic notes a whole step apart, creating a smooth, stepwise motion. It adds color and tension to a melody, resolving naturally to a chord tone within the harmonic context.
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Scientific Theories of Music 60%
Musical Instruments 30%
General Questions of Composition 10%
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