Modal music

Modal music refers to a style of musical composition that uses modes—specific sequences of notes with distinct tonal qualities—rather than the major or minor scales common in Western music. Modes, which date back to ancient times, provide unique emotional colors and are characterized by their particular intervals and starting points. Artists and composers utilize modes to evoke different moods and atmospheres, creating a sense of originality and distinctiveness. This approach is often found in folk, jazz, and medieval music, offering a flexible framework that emphasizes tonal color over conventional harmonic progressions.