'tonic' is created from two words which are 'ton' and 'ic'. 'ton' means tension, tone and stretching while 'ic' means pertaining/relating to. Therefore, if combined, 'tonic' means pertaining/relating to either tension, tone or stretching.
The note that the corresponding scale is based on, basically the key. For example, in an F major scale, or a piece in F major, the tonic is F.
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Music of the classical era was distinguished by its simple rhythms, melodies and harmonies, which were essentially tonic-dominant. Classical era music lacked the passion and elaborate instrumentation of the Romantic era, or the complex counterpoint which typified Baroque music.
Raga is not an influence on Indian music. Raga is an important component of the music. In a sense, the music *is* the raga.
Tonic - music venue - ended in 2007.
Tonic - music venue - was created in 1998.
The tonic of F major is F major.
Essentially, yes, although they are used in different contexts. "Tonic" is used in discussions about harmony and "do" or "doh" in solfege, the description of melody, but either way they mean the first note on a scale.
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Many classical pieces are written to a certain key. In almost all compositions prior to the Impressionist era, the music concludes in the tonic key. If the music is in a major or minor key, you can find the tonic key by the key signature.