4-3 Consonance and Dissonance

What is consonance?

Consonance occurs when two sound waves are produced simultaneously and produce a pleasant sound.

What is dissonance?

Dissonance occurs when two sound waves are produced simultaneously and produce an unpleasant, clashing sound.

Listen to the difference between consonant and dissonant intervals here: Consonance and Dissonance

Why Do We Want Dissonance In Music?

Dissonance brings tension and restlessness in music which is resolved by consonant harmonies. These variations makes music exciting and more exhilarating to listen to since the dissonance is unexpected and leads the music forward.

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