Harmonizing an Ascending Scale with 5-6 Alterations - Music Composition

The video tutorial explores harmonizing an ascending scale in the bass voice, which is more challenging than in the top voice. It introduces a technique to avoid parallel fifths and octaves by using 5-6 alternations and shifting the upper voice out of sync with the lower parts. This method creates a more interesting chord pattern and avoids parallel problems. The tutorial also covers chord progression, rhythmic interplay, and ways to elaborate and decorate the harmonized scales.

What is a common issue when harmonizing an ascending scale in the bass voice?

• Avoiding parallel fifths and octaves

• Maintaining a consistent rhythm

• Using too many accidentals

• Creating independent parts

In the technique discussed, what is the role of the upper parts when harmonizing a C major scale?

• They follow a different key

• They remain static

• They run parallel to the bass scale

• They use accidentals from a different scale

What is the purpose of using 5-6 alternations in harmonizing?

• To create a louder sound

• To avoid parallel fifths and octaves

• To simplify the melody

• To increase the tempo

How does shifting the upper voice out of sync with the lower parts help in harmonizing?

• It creates a dissonant sound

• It avoids parallel fifths and octaves

• It simplifies the chord structure

• It reduces the number of notes

What is one benefit of using 5-6 alternations in harmonizing?

• It simplifies the rhythm

• It eliminates the need for accidentals

• It creates a more interesting chord pattern

• It reduces the number of chords

What can be done to elaborate on the basic 5-6 alternation technique?

• Add more accidentals

• Use longer note durations

• Introduce rhythmic variations

• Limit the number of chords

How does the technique discussed energize the bass line?

• By increasing the tempo

• By reducing the number of notes

• By using fewer chords

• By adding rhythmic movement