APFIVE Chord Doubling and Harmonic Stability
In four-part SATB writing, how does the doubling of chord tones affect harmonic stability?
A
It always destabilizes the harmony by creating unwanted overtones
B
It reinforces the harmonic foundation by emphasizing certain chord tones, potentially increasing stability
C
It consistently weakens the tonal center by overemphasizing non-tonic pitches
D
It has no effect on harmonic stability and is purely for textural variety
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