major key
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of major key
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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Happy points are awarded for a bouncy rhythm, major key harmony and catchy, singable melodies.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2022
Many, if not all of them, are in a bright major key, colorful, buoyant and playful.
From Washington Post • Dec. 31, 2021
They live a lot in a major key.
From Slate • Jul. 16, 2021
“Plus, there’s an adjustable joint so you can ensure you get the angle of the umbrella just right for the sun — a major key when you’re on the beach!”
From Seattle Times • Jun. 4, 2021
Because major scales always follow the same pattern, the pattern of major and minor chords is also the same in any major key.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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