Music GCSE
Dissonance
What Dissonance means in Music GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Dissonance
A combination of notes that sound harsh or unstable when played together, creating musical tension.
Topics that use Dissonance
- Appraising (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Dissonance in the exam
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