Stückakkord
Stückakkord is a term found in some German-language music theory texts, literally meaning "piece chord." It is not a standard, universally defined concept in modern theory, and its precise meaning varies between authors. Generally, it refers to a chord or set of chords that underlie a musical work or a major section, providing harmonic support for the melodic material. In analyses, scholars may use the term to indicate a recurring sonority that accompanies a melodic motif, or the principal harmonic bed that grounds a section of a piece.
Etymology: from Stück (piece, section) and Akkord (chord). Usage is not standardized; some writers connect it
Examples: Because usage is not canonical, there is no single progression to cite. A Stückakkord would typically
Relation to other concepts: It overlaps with harmony, chord progression, and accompaniment. It is distinct from
History and reception: The term appears sporadically in older German theory writings and pedagogy; it is less
See also: harmony, chord progression, accompaniment, tonal function.