Modal and Tonal Music

This lecture explores the concepts of modal and tonal music, focusing on the differences between scales, tonics, and modes. It delves into the characteristics of popular music examples, such as the Beatles' 'Norwegian Wood', showcasing the Mixolydian and Dorian modes in the chorus and bridge. The presentation also covers the tonal hierarchy, diatonic scale degrees, and the analysis of the major scale, emphasizing the flexibility of motion. Additionally, it discusses the modal features of rāgā Multānī and Tori in North-Indian music, highlighting the pitch sequences and typical phrases associated with each mode.