Choosing Chords for Melodies: Major and Minor Triads
Learn how to harmonize melodies using both major and minor triads in root position.
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Review of Diatonic Triads
Major Triads
I, IV, and V chords
Minor Triads
ii, iii, and vi chords
Shared Notes
vi shares notes with ii and iii
Chord Functions
1
Tonic
I chord - stable, feels like home
2
Subdominant
IV chord - moves away from home
3
Dominant
V chord - creates tension, pulls back to tonic
Functional Substitution
Tonic
I can be substituted with vi or iii
Subdominant
IV can be substituted with ii
Dominant
V can be substituted with iii
Harmonizing Pokemon's Musical Hall
1
Start with Major
Begin with only major chords
2
Substitute
Replace some with minor chords
3
Consider Bass
Create an interesting bassline
Harmonizing Pokke Village
1
Establish Key
Start with Eb major chord
2
Consider Options
Explore major and minor choices
3
Make Decisions
Choose based on context and mood
Homework Assignment
Harmonize a given melody
Practice harmonizing a simple melody with major and minor triads. Post your work on Discord for feedback.
Give feedback to others
Listen to and comment on other students' harmonizations to improve your skills.
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