relative minor
Shared key signature
In music theory, the relative minor is the minor key that shares the same key signature as a given major key.
Every major key has a relative minor built on its sixth scale degree: C major's relative minor is A minor, G major's is E minor.
The bridge modulates to the relative minor for a darker feel.
The relationship works both ways—A minor's relative major is C major.
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