Question

No matter how often a work changes key, what is its main (home) key called?

A) Dominant key
B) Tonic key
C) Subdominant key
D) Relative key

Answer 1

The main (home) key of a work, which provides a sense of resolution to the listener, is called the tonic key.

Step-by-step explanation:

The main (home) key of a work is referred to as the tonic key. No matter how many times a musical composition changes the key throughout its duration, it generally returns to the tonic key. This tonic key gives the listener a sense of resolution and homecoming. For example, if a piece starts in C major and explores various other keys, we would say it is in the key of C major if C major feels like the main, or home, key.