tensionleading
Tensionleading is a term used in music theory to describe a melodic or harmonic device where a note or chord creates a sense of anticipation or suspense, which is then resolved. This anticipation is typically achieved through the use of dissonant intervals or chords that create a feeling of unrest. The resolution to a consonant interval or chord provides a sense of release and closure, completing the musical phrase or harmonic progression.
This technique is fundamental to creating emotional impact and forward momentum in music. Composers use tensionleading
Common examples of tensionleading include the use of leading-tone chords, such as a dominant seventh chord