"general tenor" is correct and can be used in written English.
It is used to describe the atmosphere or overall feeling of a situation. For example, "The general tenor of the meeting was one of cautious optimism."
And then there was the general tenor of the game.
"These findings fit with the general tenor of what's gone before.
"This is the general tenor of everything that comes out of the BBC.
This is the general tenor of an enjoyable fantasia that's certainly not lacking in wit.
"The general tenor of clients seems to be on the side of optimism," Mr. Smith said.
(Hear, hear). The general tenor of the manifesto is decidedly in support of the creative individual.
There are bound to be a few lapses but what is the general tenor?
"Poor old Frenchies," was the general tenor of the commentary, "they just don't get it".
Officials told her that they were unhappy with the general tenor of the BBC's reporting.
Despite the general tenor of his remarks, Green underlined that he still supports the label system.
Let's all go to the West Coast.' That was the general tenor when we got here.
