Klassikharmonie
Klassikharmonie is a term that refers to the harmonic practices and principles that were prevalent in Western classical music from the Common Practice Period, roughly from 1600 to 1900. This era encompasses the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods, and the harmonic language developed during this time has had a profound influence on Western music as a whole.
The foundation of Klassikharmonie lies in the use of triads, which are three-note chords built from the
One of the most important concepts in Klassikharmonie is the idea of functional harmony. This means that
Klassikharmonie also makes extensive use of non-chord tones, which are notes that are not part of the
The study of Klassikharmonie is an essential part of music education, as it provides a foundation for