Single chords convey distinct emotional qualities to both naïve and expert listeners
(2014)
Journal Article
Lahdelma, I., & Eerola, T. (2016). Single chords convey distinct emotional qualities to both naïve and expert listeners. Psychology of Music, 44(1), 37-54. https://doi.org/10.1177/0305735614552006
Previous research on music and emotions has been able to pinpoint many structural features conveying emotions. Empirical research on vertical harmony’s emotional qualities, however, has been rare. The main studies in harmony and emotions usually conc... Read More about Single chords convey distinct emotional qualities to both naïve and expert listeners.