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This chapter presents a series of musical notations and examples, including enharmonic tetrachords, quarter tones, chromatic and diatonic progressions, and vocal pieces such as 'He Waiata Aroha' and 'Whakarongo Child’s Song'.

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This chapter presents a series of musical notations and examples, including enharmonic tetrachords, quarter tones, chromatic and diatonic progressions, and vocal pieces such as 'He Waiata Aroha' and 'Whakarongo Child’s Song'.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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