Unit Objectives

By the end of this unit, students will be able to: 

• Identify and define various advanced chromatic harmonies and techniques, including chromatic sequences, common-tone chords, chromatic modulation, enharmonic reinterpretation, altered and extended chords, and chromatic mediants.

• Explain the theoretical basis and functions of these chords in creating smooth transitions, tonal contrast, and expressive effects within the progression. 

• Analyze musical excerpts that incorporate these chords and techniques, identifying Roman numerals and harmonic function.

• Compose short harmonic progressions and harmonize melodies to incorporate the harmonies and techniques discussed in the lesson, demonstrating an understanding of their construction, voice leading, and functional or expressive role in the progression.