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=== Phrase ===
A phrase modulation avoids any transition whatsoever, occurring abruptly between two virtually independent phrases. The first phrase in the original key will end on a cadence, finding resolution and ending. The next phrase begins in the new key, with no harmonic or melodic bridge to ease the transition. This modulation is commonly between closely-related keys, preventing a completely disjointed feel. However, the transition is typically quite noticeable, which is the point of this modulation method.
A E A E G#
A:I V I E:I iii
E-------------------------|----------------...
B-------------------------|----------------...
G-------------------------|----------------...
D-----------0--2----------|-2--1-----------...
A--0--2--4----------0-----|-------4--2-----...
E-------------------------|-------------4--...
Notice how we end the key of A with a strong authentic cadence; but immediately use a phrase with D{{s}}, which is the only note in E Major that isn't diatonic to A Major. This emphasizes the modulation, with separation between phrases, even though the 2 keys share 6 of their 7 notes.
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