Creating Melodies from Chord Progressions - Music Composition

The video tutorial explains how to construct a melody starting from a chord scheme, specifically in the key of F minor. It covers the use of harmony notes, voice leading, and balancing conjunct and disjunct movements to create a melody with character. The tutorial also discusses the importance of rhythmic and melodic identity, using examples to illustrate the process.

What are the two approaches to starting a composition or improvisation?

• Starting with melody or chords

• Starting with rhythm or harmony

• Starting with tempo or dynamics

• Starting with lyrics or melody

In the chord scheme discussed, which key is primarily used?

• C major

• G major

• F minor

• D minor

What is the purpose of using harmony notes in a melody?

• To make the melody faster

• To add more notes to the melody

• To ensure the melody fits the chords

• To create dissonance

What technique involves using notes that belong to the chord being played?

• Voice leading

• Arpeggiation

• Harmony notes

• Dissonance

What is voice leading in melody construction?

• The process of choosing the loudest note

• The practice of changing keys frequently

• The technique of moving from one note to another smoothly

• The method of writing lyrics for a melody

What is the difference between conjunct and disjunct movement?

• Conjunct involves leaps, disjunct involves steps

• Conjunct involves steps, disjunct involves leaps

• Conjunct is faster, disjunct is slower

• Conjunct is louder, disjunct is softer

What are inessential notes in a melody?

• Notes that are not part of the chord but add interest

• Notes that are repeated frequently

• Notes that are essential to the chord

• Notes that are always dissonant

What is the purpose of balancing conjunct and disjunct movements?

• To make the melody more predictable

• To make the melody easier to play

• To create a more engaging and dynamic melody

• To ensure the melody is always in harmony

Why is it important to give a melody rhythmic character?

• To make it sound more like a drum beat

• To ensure it fits within a specific genre

• To add interest and prevent monotony

• To make it easier to memorize

What is the main goal of the video tutorial?

• To show how to play the piano

• To explain the history of music theory

• To demonstrate how to construct a melody from a chord scheme

• To teach how to write lyrics