Ascending harmonic sequences are patterns where chords ascend by a specific interval or pattern. These sequences often create an uplifting and forward-moving feeling within music.
Related terms
Circle of Fifths: The circle of fifths is a visual representation of the relationship between the twelve tones in Western music, showing how they are related by perfect fifths.
Dominant Function: Dominant function refers to the use of chords that create tension and lead to a resolution, typically found in cadences or progressions.
Secondary Dominant: A secondary dominant is a chord that temporarily tonicizes another key within a piece before returning to the original key.