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This study guide covers tonicization using secondary dominant and secondary leading-tone chords. It explains how to identify and notate these chords, including their use in inversions and common progressions like V/V-V. Part-writing techniques and voice-leading rules for these chords are detailed with examples. The guide also offers practice questions, exam tips, and common mistakes to avoid for the AP Music Theory exam.
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What is tonicization in music theory? š¶
A full change of key in a piece of music
Treating a chord other than the tonic as a temporary tonic
A type of melodic ornamentation
Playing only tonic chords