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The word harmony traces back through Old French (harmonie / armonie) and Latin (harmonia) to the Ancient Greek word harmonia, meaning "joint", "agreement", or "concord of sounds".  Its deeper roots go back to the Proto-Indo-European root *ar-, meaning "to fit together" or "to join".  It entered the English language in the late 14th century via French, initially used in literature for a pleasing combination of tones or a peaceful agreement in feelings.  

According to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED), the noun harmony was first used in English during the Middle English period (1150-1500), with the earliest recorded evidence dating back to around 1384 in the writings of the poet and administrator Geoffrey Chaucer.  It first applied both to a pleasant combination of musical tones and to a peaceful agreement or concord of feeling.  According to the OED, the adjective harmonious was first used in English in 1530 by the writer and language scholar John Palsgrave.  

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Harmony in storytelling is the smooth fit of all parts.  It keeps the plot, characters, and tone working as one team.  Without it, a story feels messy and hard to follow.  

Why Harmony Matters:  
Brings balance: Connects the plot and the people in the story so nothing feels out of place.  
Builds trust: Helps the audience relax and believe the world you made.  
Deepens feeling: Makes sad, happy, or scary moments hit harder because the style matches the mood.  

How to Create It:  
Match tone to theme: Make sure your words and setting fit the big message of your tale.  
Fit character to plot: Give your people goals that naturally push the main action forward.  
Remove extra clutter: Cut any scene or detail that does not help the whole piece. 

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Successful musical trios, like the Bee Gees, are masters of three part harmony.

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2 hours ago, drpaladin said:

Successful musical trios, like the Bee Gees, are masters of three part harmony.

Every group has to start somewhere. This trio had each of their four judges, arguing to be chosen as the groups'  sponsor, including Boy George, WOW!

Three part harmony artists - Google Search

As I was searching, I came across, Smooth Skills, and thought you might enjoy it as much as I did?

Smooth skills #reaction #smooth #skills #awesome #amazing - YouTube

 

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