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6.12.6 Sequential Modulation: Sequence of Notes, Sequence of Chords, or Both
In sequential modulation, a melodic phrase (sequence of notes) or a sequence of chords (or both) repeats at a different pitch to bring about a modulation, but tonality eventually returns to the original key.
Several chords of the same type can be used palatably, such as C - D - E - F♯ (sequence of major seconds). Or chords of the same type can progress along a scale: Gm7 - Fm7 - E♭m7 - Dm7 - Cm7 ( C minor scale).
Chord mapped examples coming up:
- “It Was a Very Good Year”
- “The Girl from Ipanema”