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The set of pitches on which a composition is based.

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The pitch relationships chosen by the composer refer to a tonal center, which is a tone, or note that the piece is based on. It is referred to as the 'home note' and provides a 'bearing' for the listener. The 'home' pitch and scale used in a composition

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